Latest news in Uruguay? September 2nd, 2026
02-09-2026
Key developments in Uruguay as of September 2, 2026:
- Economy & Trade: Uruguay’s Central Bank (BCU) confirmed a return to holding gold within its official reserves alongside equity assets. Meanwhile, newly released foreign trade figures revealed that goods exports experienced a 16% drop during the month of August. Domestic fuel rates for September remain unchanged following the latest government review. EL PAÍS Uruguay+ 1
- Infrastructure & Investment: The asset management arm of the Development Bank of Latin America (CAF-AM) backed a major financing package for Uruguayan water infrastructure, directed toward constructing a new drinking-water and treatment plant serving the Montevideo metropolitan area. In logistics, DHL completed the full acquisition of longtime local operator Aero Cargas S.A., establishing direct operational control in Montevideo to expand regional freight corridors. LatinFinance+ 1
- Domestic Politics: Parliamentary debate continues over the Rendición de Cuentas (accountability and budget execution bill), with opposition lawmakers pressing the Ministry of National Defence on departmental spending allocations. In parallel, legal proceedings regarding contractual disputes involving the Cardama shipyard and state naval purchases remain under scrutiny. EL PAÍS Uruguay+ 1
- Security & Justice: A violent knife attack against a student at the University of the Republic’s Faculty of Medicine in Montevideo triggered security investigations and safety protests on campus.
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