Delgado’s ambitious promise: to transform Uruguay into the “most developed country in Latin America”

2024-10-13 12:12:00

Álvaro Delgado in Río Negro

The candidate of National Party (PN), Álvaro Delgadohe expressed his vision of what he wants to do if he can overcome the Frente Amplio in the next elections and reach the Executive Tower. Despite his optimistic rhetoricsome view these promises with caution, since Delgado was part of the current government and many of his promises could have been realized in these five years.

Delgado expresses confidence that both the National Party and the governing coalition will maintain their positions parliamentary majoritydescribing the current electoral dynamic as a more favorable space to consolidate efforts aimed at the country’s development.

However, he is also aware of the possible need to do so govern without a parliamentary majoritysomething unprecedented for a president in the recent history of Uruguay, which is why he underlines his willingness to dialogue and seek agreements with different political actors.

The strategies outlined by Delgado imply the strengthening of the coalition, even if this entails some sacrifices at the party level to guarantee a government that continues the path already started by the current administration. In this sense, it highlights the importance of a new “Country Commitment”, a programmatic agreement that strengthens coordination between coalition partners and ensures a cohesive approach on key issues for national development.

“I dream of leaving Uruguay as the most developed country in Latin America I dream of leaving Uruguay as the most developed country in Latin America“Delgado said this in an interview with El Observador, without outlining proposals or ideas on how to achieve such an ambitious goal.

Recommends public safety and justice

Among his priorities, Delgado highlights public security and justice, with plans to strengthen the police force and create a Ministry of Justice, as well as considering the Urgent Examination Law as a potential tool to advance some issues.

Likewise, he insists on the continuity of economic policies that prioritize both reducing the fiscal deficit and stimulating private investment and increasing the efficiency of public finances.

It recognizes that child poverty has been a focus of the current administration and ensures that a comprehensive approach to education, healthcare and access to basic services would be a set of tools to find long-term solutions.