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Uruguay News
News
As of june 20, 2025, a significant in Uruguay concerns a public letter signed by over 900 Uruguayan health professionals.
The letter condemns the events in Gaza as "genocide and ethnic cleansing," highlighting the systematic destruction of the health system and the targeting of health personnel, asserting these actions constitute war crimes and violations of international humanitarian law.
This statement reflects strong sentiment within the Uruguayan medical community regarding the conflict.
Business News
On june 20, 2025, Uruguay's business sector saw developments in sustainable aviation fuels (SAF). Syzygy, a biogas-to-SAF company, awarded a FEED contract to Kent for a facility in Uruguay. This project aims to convert cow manure-derived biomethane and CO2 into SAF, targeting an 80% reduction in carbon intensity compared to conventional jet fuel.
A final investment decision is planned for late 2025, with commercial operations potentially starting in 2027. This initiative highlights Uruguay's potential in green energy production, leveraging its nearly 100% renewable grid.
Economic News
Uruguay's economic outlook as of june 20, 2025, shows a mixed picture. The country faces global uncertainties and a domestic slowdown in GDP growth, projected at 2.1% for 2025, primarily due to weak household consumption and limited labor market momentum. Fiscal consolidation stalled in 2024, presenting challenges for public accounts in 2025.
However, the external sector remains resilient, supported by strong pulp exports and diversification of export destinations. Inflation is projected to be 5.4% in 2025, remaining above the Central Bank's 4.5% target, suggesting continued restrictive monetary policy.
Foreign trade data for April 2025 showed exports increasing by 4% year-on-year, driven by traditional sectors like meat and cellulose, but also with a growing importance of technology-driven services.
Political News
On june 20, 2025, Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi reiterated his commitment to creating a Justice Ministry, an idea that has garnered both support and criticism across political parties.
Orsi defended the proposal, noting past bipartisan support, despite opposition concerns about judicial independence and potential politicization of justice.
The debate reflects ongoing efforts to reform and streamline the country's justice system. Meanwhile, Uruguayan health professionals issued a strong political statement condemning events in Gaza as genocide.
Election News
As of june 20, 2025, Uruguay recently concluded its 2025 Departmental and Municipal Elections on May 11, with results being confirmed around this date. These elections finalized representatives for the 2025–2030 term. The governing center-left Broad Front coalition achieved mixed success, retaining control of monte and Canelones (the two most populous departments), but losing Salto to the right-of-center Republican Coalition. Only three intendencias (governorships) changed party hands. Turnout was approximately 87% of the electorate.
Employment News
Uruguay's employment landscape in June 2025 is influenced by broader OECD trends, where the unemployment rate remained stable at 4.9% in April 2025. While specific Uruguayan figures for june 20 are not available, the country's stable economy, based on agriculture, construction, manufacturing, and tourism, generally contributes to low levels of poverty and equality. Uruguay has mandatory employee benefits detailed in its Labor Code, including social security contributions, worker's compensation, and paid leave. Efforts are ongoing to optimize employee benefits and facilitate global hiring.
Business News
On june 20, 2025, the Uruguayan Business scene, while not as frequently highlighted in international news as larger economies, showed insights into specific companies with operations or ties to Uruguay. Mercado Libre Inc (MELI), a Uruguay-based e-commerce facilitator, was noted as a large-cap growth stock in the retail industry with a "Motley Fool" rating of 65%. This indicates ongoing investor interest in companies with significant presence or origins in the country. The Uruguayan peso's exchange rate against the US dollar has remained relatively stable over the past week.
Forecast
The forecast for monte, Uruguay, from june 20, 2025, into the next seven days, indicates cool and partly cloudy conditions with chances of light rain.
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Sunday, june 20 (Yesterday): Rain early morning, then light rain. High 13∘C (55∘F), Low 10∘C (50∘F).
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Monday, June 26 (Today): Showers late, cloudy. High 14∘C (58∘F), Low 7∘C (44∘F).
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Tuesday, June 27: Sprinkles, morning clouds. High 14∘C (57∘F), Low 11∘C (51∘F).
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Wednesday, June 28: Mostly sunny. High 14∘C (58∘F), Low 8∘C (47∘F).
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Thursday, June 29: Broken clouds. High 14∘C (58∘F), Low 7∘C (44∘F).
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Friday, June 20: Decreasing cloudiness. High 15∘C (59∘F), Low 4∘C (40∘F).
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Saturday, June 21: Increasing cloudiness. High 16∘C (60∘F), Low 6∘C (42∘F).
Entertainment News
On june 20, 2025, the entertainment scene in Uruguay included the closing day of the International Alfajor Fair in monte, which showcased the popular Latin American sweet. In streaming, FlixPatrol reported the top 10 movies and TV shows on various platforms (Netflix, HBO, Disney+, Amazon Prime, Paramount+, Claro Video) for Uruguay on this date, indicating popular content includes "STRAW" and "The Survivors."
Upcoming Events in Uruguay
Here are at least 10 upcoming events in Uruguay for late June 2025 and beyond:
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Cumbia Club Concert: June 20, 2025, at Sala del Museo Del Carnaval, monte.
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Lali Concert: June 28, 2025, at Antel Arena, monte.
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Festival del Solsticio 2025: June 21, 2025, at Plaza de las Pioneras, monte (Free entry).
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Incluso si es un susurro sovitico (Theater): June 21, 2025, at Teatro Florencio Sanchez.
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YSY A Concert: August 2, 2025, at monte Municipal Velodrome.
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Emanero Concert: August 2, 2025, in monte.
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Divididos Concert: August 8, 2025, at monte Municipal Velodrome.
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No Te Va Gustar Concert: August 9, 2025, at Adela Reta National Auditorium SODRE, and October 1, 2025, at Antel Arena.
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Los Auténticos Decadentes Concert: August 15, 2025, at SITIO.
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Paulo Londra Concert: September 3, 2025, at Antel Arena.
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Babasonicos Concert: September 6, 2025, at Antel Arena.
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Pedro Capó Concert: September 18, 2025, at monte Music Box.
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Epica Concert: September 19, 2025, at Rock House.
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Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso Concert: September 25, 2025, at Antel Arena.
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Morat Concert: October 4, 2025, at Antel Arena.
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Juanes Concert: October 26, 2025, at monte Municipal Velodrome.
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