India's view of the world · A factual referenceLast updated 12 May 2026 · Edition 04
COUNTRY RELATIONSHIP · URUGUAY
India & Uruguay
TRADEAGRICULTUREITDIPLOMACY
India and Uruguay have maintained warm bilateral relations since 1947, grounded in shared democratic values, multilateral cooperation, and complementary trade. Uruguay's progressive, stable governance and India's growing economic presence in Latin America make for a constructive partnership. Agriculture, IT services, pharmaceuticals, and academic cooperation are key areas of engagement, while both countries cooperate actively in multilateral forums including the United Nations and G20 frameworks.
COOPERATION AREAS
Where India and Uruguay actually work together
5 active areas of cooperation, as of July 2026. Click any card for the full brief.
TRADE & INVESTMENT
By the numbers
FY 2022-23 approximate; trade balanced with agricultural and industrial exchange
$0.55bn
Total bilateral trade in goods
$0.30bn
India exports to country
$0.25bn
India imports from country
Trade trajectory · USD bn
$0.55bnin 2023 · click a bar to compare years
TOP TRADED ITEMS
AGREEMENTS & MILESTONES
The relationship since 1947, in 8 dates
CURRENT STATE
Where things stand, 2026
India-Uruguay relations are positive and gradually deepening, with Indian IT companies forming the most visible bridge. Trade is balanced and growing, democratic convergence is strong, and there is potential to further develop pharmaceutical, agricultural, and academic cooperation.
SIGNALS TO WATCH
On track / positive momentum
In progress / worth watching
Stalled or facing headwinds
Not yet started / unclear
QUICK FACTS
CapitalMontevideo
Population3.5 million
RegionAmericas
Diplomatic tiesSince 1947
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