History of Mexico–Uruguay relations in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 6, 2024

Mexico and Uruguay initiated diplomatic ties in 1831 and collaborate on the world stage through shared memberships in various international organizations. These include the UN, OAS, CELAC, and others, reflecting their commitment to regional and global cooperation.

1902: Mexico and Uruguay sign an Arbitration Agreement

Mexico and Uruguay signed an Arbitration Agreement in 1902.

1941: Mexico elevates its diplomatic mission in Montevideo to an embassy

In 1941, Mexico elevated its diplomatic representation in Uruguay to the embassy level.

1943: Uruguay elevates its diplomatic mission in Mexico City to an embassy

Two years after Mexico established its embassy in Montevideo, Uruguay reciprocated in 1943 by opening an embassy in Mexico City.

April 1967: Mexican President Gustavo Díaz Ordaz visits Uruguay

In April 1967, Gustavo Díaz Ordaz, the president of Mexico, became the first Mexican head-of-state to visit Uruguay.

1985: Mexico and Uruguay sign an Agreement on Cultural Exchanges

Mexico and Uruguay signed an Agreement on Cultural Exchanges in 1985.

1985: Democracy is restored in Uruguay

Uruguay returned to a democratic system of governance in 1985 after a period of military rule.

May 1986: Uruguayan President Julio María Sanguinetti visits Mexico

A year after the restoration of democracy in Uruguay, President Julio María Sanguinetti traveled to Mexico for a state visit and met with President Miguel de la Madrid in May 1986.

1990: Mexico and Uruguay sign an Agreement on Scientific and Technical Cooperation

Mexico and Uruguay signed an Agreement on Scientific and Technical Cooperation in 1990.

1993: Mexico and Uruguay sign an Agreement on Tourism Cooperation

Mexico and Uruguay signed an Agreement on Tourism Cooperation in 1993.

1996: Mexico and Uruguay sign multiple bilateral agreements

Mexico and Uruguay signed agreements on drug trafficking and extradition in 1996.

1999: Mexico and Uruguay sign multiple bilateral agreements

In 1999, Mexico and Uruguay signed agreements on investment protection and mutual legal assistance.

July 2004: Mexico and Uruguay sign a free trade agreement

In July 2004, Mexico and Uruguay signed a free trade agreement to enhance bilateral trade.

2004: Mexico and Uruguay sign a free trade agreement

In 2004, Mexico and Uruguay signed a free trade agreement aimed at fostering closer economic ties.

August 2009: Mexican President Felipe Calderón visits Uruguay

During a state visit to Uruguay in August 2009, Mexican President Felipe Calderón and Uruguayan President Tabaré Vázquez signed several agreements to bolster the free trade agreement signed in 2004.

2009: Mexico and Uruguay sign multiple bilateral agreements

Mexico and Uruguay signed agreements on air transportation, double taxation, and cultural heritage protection in 2009.

2014: Uruguayan President José Mujica receives the Order of the Aztec Eagle

In recognition of his work transforming Uruguay and his support for human rights, democracy, and social equality, President José Mujica was awarded the Order of the Aztec Eagle by Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto in 2014.

2017: Mexico and Uruguay sign an agreement on Mutual Administrative Assistance and Exchange of Information in Customs Matters

Mexico and Uruguay signed an agreement on Mutual Administrative Assistance and Exchange of Information in Customs Matters in 2017.

February 2019: Mexican Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard visits Uruguay to discuss the Venezuelan crisis

Mexican Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard met with Uruguayan President Tabaré Vázquez and Foreign Minister Rodolfo Nin Novoa in February 2019 to discuss the ongoing crisis in Venezuela.