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MISSION
Be the scope of articulation from which sector actors lead the process of promotion, professionalization, innovation, and training, to turn Uruguay into a Logistics Hub that drives national development.
VISION
To become the center of knowledge and promotion of reference for the logistics sector. Cooperate with other institutions and identify improvement opportunities that promote the development of the Hub.
HUB’S VISION
Through synergy among stakeholders, strengthen Uruguay as a modern, agile, and efficient Hub. Promote investments with an emphasis on infrastructure and cutting-edge technology, aiming to create more employment opportunities and qualified human capital. Thus, consolidate an internationally recognized development model, with increased activity and positively valued by society.
Uruguay
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Official NameRepública Oriental del Uruguay
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Geographical LocationSouth America, bordered by Argentina and Brazil
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CapitalMontevideo
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Area176,215 km²
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Population3.4 million
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Population Growth0.4% (annual)
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GDP per capita$17,278
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CurrencyUruguayan peso ($)
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Literacy Rate98.4%
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Life Expectancy at Birth77 years
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Form of GovernmentDemocratic Republic with Presidential System
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Political Division19 Departments
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Time ZoneGMT -03:00
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Official LanguageSpanish
General characteristics
- Uruguay offers a high degree of security and comfort for living.
- Uruguay has for years boasted strong political and social stability, backed by a consolidated democracy, which makes the country a safe place to invest.
- The political system is based on a democratic republic with a presidential system. Presidential and parliamentary elections every five years, with a plurality of political parties.
- The legal system is based on legal norms approved by Parliament and promulgated by the Executive Branch.
- People who visit the country only require a valid passport, except for some exceptions in which a visa is additionally required; MERCOSUR citizens only require an identity document.