Muslera breaks records and the Uruguayan economy grows by 0.8%
Today's summary highlights the growth of the national economy, Fernando Muslera's historic milestones at the World Cup, and key information regarding the upcoming June 19 holiday.
Uruguay's economy recorded a growth of 0.8% during the first quarter of 2026. This increase in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was mainly driven by household consumption and exports. According to official data, sectors such as telecommunications, trade, and financial services showed significant progress, causing the economy to grow by 0.9% compared to the same period the previous year.
In the sports arena, goalkeeper Fernando Muslera reached two historic milestones during the Uruguayan national team's debut against Saudi Arabia in the 2026 World Cup. At 39 years old, Muslera became the first Uruguayan footballer to participate in five consecutive World Cups. The match, part of Group H, consolidated the career of the Celeste's starting goalkeeper in football's premier event.
With Friday, June 19, the anniversary of José Gervasio Artigas' birth, approaching, the payment regulations for this day were recalled. As it is a working holiday, activity in the country does not stop mandatorily. However, workers should review the remuneration conditions corresponding to this type of patriotic date in their respective sectors.
Regarding security, an armed criminal robbed a fast-food cart located a few meters from the Legislative Palace, in the La Aguada neighborhood. The assailant fired a shot during the robbery to demand the money. The business owner expressed his concern about the lack of security for working in the area following the incident at the intersection of Agraciada Avenue and César Díaz.
In Parliament, the Frente Amplio party formally requested the records of communications between authorities from the previous government's Ministry of Defense and representatives of the company Cardama. The request was made within the framework of a special commission investigating previous negotiation processes, where lawyers who advised said state department appeared.
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