Iran–Uruguay relations
Bilateral relations
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Diplomatic relations between Iran and Uruguay were established in 1983.[1] Iran has an embassy in Montevideo.[2] Uruguay has an embassy in Tehran.[3]
Iran is an important trading partner for Uruguay, with important sales of rice, wool, and soybeans.[4] The current Uruguayan government is increasing its relationship with Iran;[5] in early 2011, Ivonne Passada, Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies of Uruguay, made an official visit to Iran,[6] followed afterwards by Foreign Minister Luis Almagro.[7] In early 2012, Ali Asghar Khaji, Iranian Vicechancellor for Latin America, made himself an official visit to Uruguay.[8]
Both countries are members of the Group of 77.[9]
Resident diplomatic missions
- Iran has an embassy in Montevideo.
- Uruguay has an embassy in Tehran.
