INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Cairo, 61, acknowledged that she never registered four houses built over 30 years on a 1,500-square-meter property her father gave her.She
investigation revealed the irregularities
Cairo initially resisted stepping down, arguing she prioritized raising her three children over paperwork.However, mounting pressure from
opposition parties, who threatened a parliamentary inquiry, forced her hand
Critics highlighted her previous legislative stance demanding strict tax compliance for state refinancing programs, contrasting with her own
unpaid obligations.The Frente Amplio coalition, back in power after five years in opposition, now faces scrutiny as it seeks to maintain
credibility and enforce property laws
The vacant post leaves uncertainty in the Housing Ministry, with no successor named.The affair underscores the business risks of informal
property arrangements in Uruguay, where legal compliance remains a key concern for investors and developers
The story demonstrates that even high-ranking officials must navigate the same regulatory landscape as ordinary citizens.
