Montevideo’s Left-Wing Secures Eighth Straight Term, Cementing Urban Political Legacy
Montevideo, Uruguay’s capital and main economic hub, has once again chosen the left-wing Broad Front (Frente Amplio)
July 11, 2025Section
Uruguay News in English
Uruguay news in English from The Rio Times — Montevideo politics, economy, agriculture and culture.
Dollar Holds Its Ground as Uruguayan Peso’s Rally Pauses: Technicals Signal Caution
Official market data for July 11, 2025, shows the U.S. dollar trading at 40.416 Uruguayan pesos, unchanged from the previous...
July 11, 2025
Under Rising Pressure, South America’s Leftwing Leaders Meet in Chile to Talk Strategy
On July 21, 2025, Chile will host a summit of left-leaning presidents from South America and Spain. Chile’s Gabriel Boric
July 10, 2025
Uruguay Changes Air Defense Law to Restore U.S. Military Trade
Uruguay has changed its air defense law after years of pressure from the United States, according to official government statements
July 9, 2025
Uruguay Lowers Interest Rate as Inflation Falls Close to Target
Uruguay’s Central Bank cut its main interest rate to 9% on July 8, 2025, after inflation dropped to 4.59% in...
July 9, 2025
Uruguay’s Unique Energy Situation in 2025: Exporting to Argentina, Importing from Brazil
Uruguay’s energy market in 2025 stands out for its flexibility and smart trading. Official data show Uruguay exports electricity
July 4, 2025
Pompeo Calls on Latin America to Decide Between U.S. and China
Former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told an audience at the Lisbon Forum that Latin American countries must pick...
July 3, 2025
South American Leaders Advance Trade and Tariff Changes at Mercosur Summit in Argentina
The Mercosur Summit opened in Buenos Aires, Argentina, bringing together leaders and ministers from Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay
July 3, 2025
Uruguay’s Exports Grow in 2025 as Beef and Cellulose Lead the Way
Uruguay’s exports increased by 4% in the first half of 2025, according to official data from Uruguay XXI. The country...
July 2, 2025