Poll shows slight uptick in approval for Uruguayan President Orsi

Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi's approval rating has seen a modest rise, reaching 26% in the latest Cifra poll, up from 20% in June. Despite this slight improvement, a significant 57% of Uruguayans still disapprove of his performance, while 10% remain neutral. The poll, presented by Cifra director Mariana Pomiés, also showed 7% with no opinion.

Pomiés noted that the increase, while small, is statistically significant and suggests potential effectiveness in recent government strategies. She highlighted that the ruling Frente Amplio (FA) party's "Frente te escucha" (The Front Listens) initiative, which involves touring the country to engage with voters, may be influencing perceptions. Additionally, the government has reportedly adjusted its communication approach, with the president limiting his public statements to specific events.

The improvement appears more pronounced among Frente Amplio voters, where approval stands at 48%, compared to 32% disapproval. Conversely, among coalition voters, disapproval remains high at 80%. Pomiés described the evaluation as "very skewed" based on political affiliation. She emphasized the need for further polling to confirm if this trend is sustainable, stating that the government's current direction seems to be having a "certain positive effect."