Argentina's new president Adolfo Rodriguez Saa assumed office today in a ceremony at the presidential palace, the Casa Rosada.
He was presented with a ceremonial sash and rod of office, signifying the transition. Members of his Peronist party burst into a euphoric rendition of the party's hymn.
Outside the palace, a group of about 20 protesters shouted "Traitors," at the politicians.
Mr Rodriguez Saa - a savvy, 54-year-old provincial governor - was elected by the Senate to be interim president until new elections March 3rd, when Argentines will choose a president to run the country until 2003.
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