Representatives from local companies engaged in discussions with members of an Uruguayan delegation to explore potential business opportunities during the Shenzhen-Uruguay Economic and Trade Cooperation Exchange Conference, which was held April 25 at the Longhua International Cooperation Center (LICC).

The conference aimed to foster business collaborations between Uruguay, Shenzhen, and Longhua District and support local firms in expanding into Latin American markets.

Facundo Simon, consul general of Uruguay in Guangzhou, said, “Today’s event allows us to connect with Shenzhen businesses and government officials. We are working to strengthen ties not only in trade but also between Montevideo, Uruguay’s capital, and Shenzhen. This conference confirms we are on the right path toward achieving our goals.”

China is already Uruguay’s largest trading partner, primary export destination, and leading buyer of its agricultural products. However, Simon expressed a desire to broaden cooperation beyond agriculture into sectors like electric vehicles and green energy.

Lucas Dávila, a market intelligence expert from Uruguay’s National Meat Institute (INAC), delivered a presentation on Uruguay’s agribusiness and the institute’s role in ensuring high-quality meat production.

As a key institution in Uruguay’s meat industry, INAC is responsible for promoting, regulating, and ensuring the quality of Uruguayan meat products. Uruguay exports 80% of its beef production annually, according to Dávila.

Visiting Shenzhen for the first time, Dávila saw huge potential for premium Uruguayan meat products in the local market.

During the meeting, the Longhua District Commerce Bureau also presented an overview of the district’s development and investment opportunities to the visitors. The LICC is dedicated to deepening exchanges and practical cooperation between Shenzhen and cities worldwide in various fields such as the economy, trade, technology, education, and culture.