Electric Mobility for Uruguay: Buquebus’ new battery-electric ferry, the China Zorrilla, has arrived in Uruguay, boosting clean capacity on the Colonia del Sacramento–Buenos Aires route with charging at both ports. Port & Logistics Execution: SAAM Towage supported the complex unloading and transport of the electric catamaran in Nueva Palmira, highlighting Uruguay’s growing role in sustainable maritime operations. Telecom Upgrade: ZTE and Antel validated symmetric 50G PON in Latin America, a step toward next-gen ultra-broadband optical access networks for homes, smart cities, and industrial digital transformation. Trade & Industry Ties: Uruguay’s Foreign Minister Mario Lubetkin joined India-MERCOSUR talks to expand a preferential trade agreement, with a push toward broader coverage beyond goods. Health Access in the Region: Gilead and PAHO agreed to speed access to twice-yearly lenacapavir for HIV prevention via PAHO’s regional purchasing system, including Uruguay. Agribusiness Watch: RaboResearch flags slowing global dairy growth as farmer margins tighten and weather risks rise, with El Niño a key risk for pasture and milk supply. Energy & Climate Risk: NOAA says El Niño has reached “very strong” status, with Uruguay and the region facing potential weather swings that could affect agriculture and infrastructure planning.