President of Uruguay

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The president of Uruguay (Spanish: presidente de Uruguay), officially known as the president of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay (presidente de la República Oriental del Uruguay), is the head of state and head of government of Uruguay. The president presides over the Council of Ministers, directing the executive branch of the national government, and is the commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces. The powers and duties of the presidency are established in Section IX of the Constitution of the Republic. Together with the Secretariat of the Presidency, the Council of Ministers, and the Office of Planning and Budget, the presidency forms part of the executive branch of government. In the event of a temporary or permanent vacancy, the office is assumed by the vice president, who is elected on the same ticket as the president. The president serves a five-year term and is not eligible for immediate re-election. Yamandú Orsi is the 43rd and current president since March 1, 2025.

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