Uruguay's Presidential Run-off: Election Results and Implications

This chapter analyzes the results of Uruguay's presidential run-off election, where the winning candidate secured 48.8% of the votes. It explores the political dynamics and ideological differences between the centre-left and centre-right parties, while emphasizing the new leader's priorities including crime, social justice, and sustainable development. The discussion also highlights Uruguay's political stability and unique landscape compared to its regional neighbors, along with the challenges ahead for the incoming government.