Orsi wanted to invite dictators to his inauguration, but Lacalle Pou stopped him.

In an act of political irresponsibility and a clear disregard for democratic values, the president-elect Yamandú Orsi, from the Frente Amplio, has attempted to tarnish Uruguay's dignity by inviting three of the most notorious dictators in Latin America to his inauguration: Nicolás Maduro from Venezuela, Miguel Díaz-Canel from Cuba, and Daniel Ortega from Nicaragua.

Fortunately, President Luis Lacalle Pou has intervened to prevent this outrage.

From the Executive Tower, Lacalle Pou has done the right thing by refusing to sign the invitations suggested by Orsi, showing that Uruguay will not tolerate the presence of leaders who have destroyed democracy in their own countries.

However, it is important to note that Lacalle Pou's defense of democratic values has not always been consistent. His administration has been criticized in the past for its approach to the People's Republic of China, a country with a history of human rights violations and authoritarian practices. This double standard has raised doubts about the authenticity of his commitment to democracy and human rights when it comes to economic or diplomatic interests with major powers.

It is evident that Orsi cares more about pleasing the left-wing extremists within his own party than maintaining the dignity and integrity of the Republic. How can a democratically elected leader justify the presence of those who have suppressed freedoms in their countries? This action only demonstrates the dangerous path that the Frente Amplio is willing to follow, flagrantly ignoring democratic practices and the principles of justice and freedom.

Lacalle Pou's decision to reject these invitations is undoubtedly an act of protecting Uruguay's image and a reminder that democracy is non-negotiable. However, the contrast with his policy toward China should not be forgotten, as it calls into question the integrity of this defense of democracy.