Yamandú Orsi Declared Uruguay's New President in Historic Runoff Election
Yamandú Orsi of the Frente Amplio wins Uruguay's presidential runoff, marking a leftist return to power after five years of conservative rule.
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Yamandú Orsi has won the Uruguayan presidential runoff with 49.8% of the vote against Álvaro Delgado's 45.9%, ending five years of conservative government. Orsi, a former teacher and two-time mayor, promises national dialogue and moderate reforms, while aiming to address issues like poverty and organized crime. His election reflects a broader trend of anti-incumbent sentiment worldwide. The transition of power will officially take place on March 1, 2025.
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