Uruguay Presidential Runoff Set for Nov. 24

In Uruguay's recent presidential election, leftist candidate Yamandu Orsi of the Broad Front emerged as the frontrunner but fell short of the 50% majority needed for an outright victory, securing about 44% of the vote according to exit polls. He will face Alvaro Delgado of the ruling National Party, who obtained approximately 27% of the votes, in a runoff scheduled for November 24. Both candidates acknowledged the likelihood of a second round on election night, as they campaigned to sway undecided voters. The election results reflect a potential shift back to leftist governance after five years of conservative leadership, as outgoing President Luis Lacalle Pou, barred from consecutive terms, enjoys a 50% approval rating. If Orsi wins the runoff, it would mark a significant political transition for the country. Meanwhile, the ruling coalition parties collectively maintain a slight advantage over the opposition in parliamentary votes, complicating the political landscape ahead of the runoff.