Argentine federal prosecutor Franco Picardi has subpoenaed officials from ARCA, the country’s national customs agency, to provide further details regarding import permit procedures implemented during the period of currency controls ("cepo cambiario"). The move is part of an investigation focusing on alleged irregularities involving businessman Martín Migueles and Elías Piccirillo. Picardi has also requested the lifting of banking secrecy for additional individuals suspected of involvement. The probe centers on potential illicit activities related to import licensing while strict currency restrictions were in place. Authorities are seeking to clarify the processes and identify any potential wrongdoing in the allocation of import permits. This investigation adds to growing scrutiny of financial dealings during the period of economic controls in Argentina. The inquiry aims to determine if preferential treatment or corruption influenced the import process.