FY 2024 Uruguay Country Opinion Survey Report

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the World Bank Group's activities in Uruguay. Core Insights - The survey indicates a consistent level of familiarity with the World Bank Group (WBG) among stakeholders in Uruguay, with a mean familiarity rating of 6.2 in FY24, compared to 6.7 in FY20 [13][21]. - Trust in the WBG has improved, with a mean trust rating of 7.4 in FY24, compared to 7.1 in FY20 [17][36]. - Stakeholders from government institutions and bilateral or multilateral agencies generally have more positive perceptions of the WBG compared to those from academia and media [24][31]. Summary by Sections Objectives - The survey aimed to understand stakeholder perceptions of the WBG, focusing on familiarity, trust, effectiveness, alignment with development priorities, and communication preferences [6]. Methodology Overview - The survey was conducted from March to May 2024, with 850 potential participants and a response rate of 24%, resulting in 203 completed surveys [8]. Overall Context - Stakeholders expressed a desire for the WBG to increase its presence in Uruguay and collaborate more closely with local entities [11][19]. Overall Attitudes Toward the World Bank Group - The WBG's effectiveness in helping Uruguay achieve development results received a mean rating of 7.2, indicating a positive perception of its role [21][22]. Key Performance Indicators - The WBG's alignment with Uruguay's development priorities received a mean rating of 7.0, showing that stakeholders believe the WBG's work is relevant [21][39]. World Bank Group's Support for Development Areas - Education was identified as the top priority for WBG focus, followed by social inclusion and environmental management [51][49]. Financial Instruments and Knowledge Work - Financial resources and technical assistance were considered the most valuable aspects of the WBG's support, with 59% of respondents highlighting financial resources as crucial [82][83]. World Bank Group's Engagement on the Ground in Uruguay - The WBG is perceived as an open and flexible partner, with high ratings for responsiveness and accessibility [60][62]. Stakeholder Trends across Performance Indicators - Government institutions and the private sector rated the WBG higher across various performance indicators compared to academia and civil society [46][24]. Effectiveness of WBG's Sectoral Support - The WBG's work in energy received the highest effectiveness ratings, while transport was rated lower than in previous years [55][56]. Conclusion - The report highlights a generally positive perception of the WBG among Uruguayan stakeholders, with areas for improvement identified in collaboration and communication strategies [76][80].