Uruguay’s Presidential Runoff: A Tight Race Between Orsi and Delgado
Uruguay's upcoming presidential runoff on November 24 presents a close contest between opposition candidate Yamandú Orsi and ruling party nominee...
November 12, 2024Section
Uruguay News in English
Uruguay news in English from The Rio Times — Montevideo politics, economy, agriculture and culture.
Uruguay Leverages Trade Agreements for Automotive Growth
Uruguay's vehicle assembly industry has experienced a remarkable upswing in recent years becoming a significant player. Analysis from The Rio...
November 7, 2024
Uruguay’s Presidential Race Heads to Runoff: Orsi and Delgado Set to Face Off
Uruguay's political landscape shifted on Sunday, October 27, 2024, as voters cast their ballots in the country's general election. The...
October 28, 2024
Uruguay Votes: Consensus Politics in South America’a Most Democratic Country
Today, October 27, Uruguay's 3.4 million voters will choose their next president and lawmakers. Unlike its neighbors, Uruguay's election stands...
October 27, 2024
Corruption and Safety: Key Issues in Uruguay’s Presidential Race
Uruguay approaches a pivotal moment with its 2024 general elections on October 27. Voters face a choice between the ruling...
October 16, 2024
Uruguay’s Industrial Output Falls 1% in 2024 Amid Refinery Shutdown
Uruguay's manufacturing industry has faced a slight setback in the first eight months of 2024 accordong to INE data. Analysis...
October 15, 2024
Uruguay’s Central Bank Holds Steady: Interest Rate Remains at 8.5%
The Banco Central del Uruguay (BCU) has decided to keep its monetary policy rate at 8.5%. This decision, made on...
October 9, 2024
Uruguay’s Tourism Sector: Urgent Need for Revitalization
Uruguay's tourism industry a vital economic pillar contributes 5.6% to GDP and employs over 104 000 people formally. Analysis from...
October 1, 2024
Uruguay’s Poverty Rate Drops to 9.1%: A Beacon of Hope in Latin America
In the first half of 2024, Uruguay witnessed a significant decline in its poverty rate. The National Statistics Institute (INE)...
September 25, 2024