Uruguay: Presidential primary elections scheduled for June 30

Event

Presidential primary elections will take place across Uruguay on Sunday, June 30. The winning candidates for each party will run in the first round of presidential elections, scheduled to take place on Sunday, October 27.

Heightened security measures and associated political demonstrations are likely leading up to, during, and following the elections.  

Advice

Individuals in Uruguay are advised to monitor the situation, avoid all large public gatherings as a precaution, adhere to instructions issued by local authorities and their home governments, and refrain from discussing political topics in public or on social media.