Our Privacy Statement & Cookie Policy

By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of cookies, revised Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. You can change your cookie settings through your browser.

I agree

Beef at the heart of China-Uruguay cooperation

CGTN

00:26

China and Uruguay have built a close and steadily growing partnership through agricultural trade, with beef and other meat products at its core. For Uruguay, beef exports are a major economic driver, contributing to around 3 percent of GDP. For China, Uruguay offers a reliable source of high-quality beef. By the end of November 2025, Uruguay's beef exports to China exceeded $860 million, marking a 14 percent year-on-year increase. China has remained Uruguay's largest trading partner for more than a decade and is also the biggest market for Uruguayan commodities.

Search Trends