Breaking news: Uruguay picks new leader in unexpected election twist
Uruguay witnessed a major political shift as leftist candidate wins presidential race against ruling conservatives. The election results mark another change in South Americas political landscape
In a game-changing election yesterday Yamandú Orsi secured Uruguays presidency marking a significant shift in the nations political direction. The left-wing candidate won a close-fought runoff against his conservative rival bringing an end to the ruling coalitions control
The competition reached its peak when center-right candidate Álvaro Delgado (surrounded by his down-hearted team) made an early concession speech: giving up his bid for leadership. This election adds to a series of political changes happening across South-America where voters are choosing new paths
The tight race — which kept vote-counters busy through the night — showed how divided the country was about its future leadership. The victory of Orsi means Uruguay joins other South American nations that switched from right to left-wing governance in recent times
