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Son of Lacalle, current Uruguayan president.
Lacalle Pou won the 2019 presidential election as the candidate of the National Party, defeating Daniel Mart
Lacalle Pou's government implemented a gradual reopening strategy during the COVID-19 pandemic, avoiding strict lockdowns. Uruguay initially had low case numbers but later faced a surge in infections and deaths in 2021.
Lacalle Pou's government initiated negotiations for a free trade agreement with China, aiming to boost Uruguay's exports. The move was controversial domestically, with opposition from Mercosur partners and some agricultural sectors.