Ministry of National Defense (Uruguay)
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The Ministry of National Defense of Uruguay is a ministry of the Government of Uruguay that is responsible for coordinating and executing all civil and military activities aimed at preserving the sovereignty, independence and the peace of the country.[1] It is the administrative and executive body of the Armed Forces of Uruguay.[2]
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Ministerio de Defensa Nacional | |
Ministry overview | |
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Formed | 22 December 1828 (1828-12-22) |
Jurisdiction | Government of Uruguay |
Headquarters | Montevideo |
Minister responsible | |
Website | National Defense |
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The Ministry is headquartered in the 8 de Octubre Avenue in Barrio Tres Cruces, Montevideo.[3] The current Minister of Defense is Armando Castaingdebat, who has held the position since March 4, 2024.[4]