Uruguayan President Luis Alberto Lacalle Pou is calling China a \"friend in good times and a better friend in bad times,\" following his recent state visit aimed at deepening economic and diplomatic bonds. 🎙️ In an exclusive interview with CMG, the leader highlighted how Uruguay’s early embrace of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has transformed trade: 30% of Uruguay’s exports now go to China, including 58% of its beef shipments. 🥩🇨🇳
\"For us, BRI has been a great opportunity,\" Lacalle Pou said, praising China’s role as a stabilizing force during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. He recalled President Xi Jinping’s support, quoting a former ambassador: \"China is a good friend in good times, but a better friend in bad times.\" 💬
Uruguay’s lush landscapes 🌿 and thriving agriculture sector—key to its global exports—were also spotlighted as drivers for future collaborations. With trade growing faster than a TikTok trend, Lacalle Pou hinted at \"even bigger deals\" ahead, proving that cross-continental partnerships can be both impactful and, dare we say, *chef’s kiss*. 👌
