Early Career and Journalism
Mario Lubetkin began his professional career as a journalist, accumulating over 40 years of experience in international communication and development cooperation. Before entering the diplomatic sphere, he served as a professor at IULM University in Milan and directed seminars on communication for development at the Universidad Menéndez Pelayo. His early work focused on the intersection of media and sustainable development, establishing him as a key voice in international relations [1][21].
United Nations Service
Lubetkin spent over a decade in high-level positions at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). He joined the organization in 2014 as Director of Corporate Communication and quickly rose through the ranks, serving as Chief of Cabinet from 2015 to 2020 and Deputy Director-General from 2017 to 2025. Between 2022 and 2025, he was the FAO Regional Representative for Latin America and the Caribbean, where he coordinated regional efforts to combat food insecurity and promote sustainable agriculture [1][21].
Ministerial Appointment and Policy
On March 1, 2025, Lubetkin was appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uruguay by President Yamandú Orsi [3]. In this role, he has emphasized a commitment to multilateralism, the defense of international law, and the promotion of human rights. His tenure has been marked by efforts to strengthen Uruguay's engagement with the Asia-Pacific region and deepening cooperation in strategic areas such as agricultural sustainability, science diplomacy, and digital governance [22].
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