Sweden–Uruguay relations
Bilateral relations
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Sweden–Uruguay relations are the bilateral relations between Sweden and Uruguay. Sweden has a consulate in Montevideo; the Swedish ambassador in Buenos Aires is concurrent to Uruguay.[1] Uruguay has an embassy in Stockholm,[2] the ambassador being concurrent to Norway, Denmark, Finland, Latvia and Estonia.[3]
Overview
Sweden was an important refuge for Uruguayan exiles during the civic-military dictatorship (1973-1985); there are several Uruguayans who still live in Sweden.[4]
Currently there is a Uruguayan-Nordic Chamber of Commerce.[5]
State visits
In October 2011, Uruguayan President José Mujica paid an official visit to Sweden.[6]
Resident diplomatic missions
- Sweden is accredited to Uruguay from its embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Uruguay has an embassy in Stockholm.
