Sánchez highlighted that bilateral meetings between outgoing and incoming ministers have begun to share key information and establish priorities for the new administration.
“It is a complicated time where many are taking stock, but we are building the future,” said Sánchez, who stated that the transition is advancing around three main axes: sensitive issues that require immediate attention, decisions to be made during the transition and planning to long term. In addition, he assured that the ministerial teams will be completely defined by the beginning of January, while the authorities of public entities and companies will be formed in the second half of the same month.
Safety, an immediate priority
Asked about the security situation after a few days marked by homicides, Sánchez stressed that it will be a priority from March 1. He highlighted the importance of building more efficient strategies and promoting agreements with political parties, academia and civil society to address the issue. In relation to possible incorporations to the Ministry of the Interior, he pointed out that dialogue with experts such as Diego Sanjurjo is key, although he did not confirm if he will be part of the new government.
“Anyone who knows about security issues and can contribute will be listened to, because this is the main problem of Uruguayans,” he stated. Regarding the possibility of declaring a security emergency, he indicated that it is a priority for the people and, although they cannot yet make formal decisions, the issue is on the table.
Strategic projects and tensions
Regarding initiatives such as the NEPTUNO project and Green Hydrogen, Sánchez expressed criticism and highlighted that there is still a lack of information from the outgoing government to analyze these proposals in depth. “We have received information, but not all that we need,” he commented. Regarding Green Hydrogen, he questioned the current government’s decision to exclude the State from negotiations with companies, reiterating the importance of keeping the doors open for possible state participation in the future.
International relations and regional dialogue
Regarding relations with Argentina and President Javier Milei, Sánchez assured that the elected government will dialogue with all leaders in the region, prioritizing state relations over ideological differences. “Uruguay needs a good relationship with Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and the rest of MERCOSUR,” he said.
Controversies in bilateral meetings
Sánchez minimized the criticism of the current Minister of Social Development regarding previous meetings with social organizations. He defended the autonomy of the transition team and assured that the bilateral meetings are aligned with the agreements between both governments.
