Uruguay
Uruguay implemented 163 cooperation actions, projects and programs between 2022 and 2023. Almost half of these were Bilateral SSC initiatives, 31% corresponded to Regional SSC and 20% were Triangular exchanges. Uruguay played a mostly dual role in bilateral and regional initiatives while its participation in Triangular Cooperation was evenly divided as recipient (16 out of 32) and as provider (another 16).
Uruguay mainly transferred its capacities in sectors such as Science and technology; Education and Energy. On the other hand, as recipient, the country strengthened its experience in Agriculture and livestock; Strengthening institutions and public policies; and Education. When it played a dual role, its specialization profile focused on Culture; Strengthening institutions and public policies; and Agriculture and livestock.
Uruguay’s main cooperation partners in 2022 and 2023 were Argentina, Mexico and Chile. Its Bilateral SSC, Triangular Cooperation and Regional SSC mainly contributed to advance the achievement of SDG 16 (Peace, justice and strong institutions), SDG 3 (Good health and well-being) and SDG 2 (Zero hunger).