Sun. Mar 16th, 2025 4:07:36 PM
  • Yamandú Orsi became new President of Uruguay.
  • Yamandú Orsi, a leftist leader and former mayor, became Uruguay’s new President.
  • He narrowly won the November election against the ruling centre-right coalition.
  • The outgoing conservative President Luis Lacalle Pou presented him with the presidential sash during a ceremony.
  • High living costs, inequality and persistent levels of violent crime have dented the popularity of Lacalle Pou’s outgoing government.
  • In 2024, approximately 19% of Uruguay’s population lived in “multidimensional” poverty.
  • Uruguay’s economy is mainly driven by farm exports.
  • Uruguay is a key U.S. ally in the region but China is the top trading partner. It will be a challenge for the new government to maintain relations with both countries.

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