Radio Nacional (Uruguay)

Radio Nacional (Uruguay) is the national public radio broadcaster of Uruguay. It operates under the Servicio de Comunicación Audiovisual Nacional (SECAN), which is part of the Sistema de Medios Públicos (SMP), Uruguay's public media system.

Radio Nacional's primary mission is to provide a public service, offering diverse programming that includes news, cultural content, educational programs, and music representing Uruguayan and Latin American traditions. It aims to promote national identity, cultural expression, and citizen participation.

The radio station broadcasts on AM and FM frequencies, as well as online, providing accessibility throughout the country and to Uruguayan communities abroad. Programming often emphasizes Uruguayan history, literature, and art. It also covers important national and international events, offering diverse perspectives and analysis.

Radio Nacional serves as a crucial platform for disseminating information from the government and other public institutions to the citizenry. It also provides space for independent producers and community organizations, fostering media pluralism and democratic dialogue. Its commitment to non-commercial, public-interest broadcasting distinguishes it from private radio stations. The station plays an important role in preserving and promoting Uruguayan culture and heritage.