On November 27, 2024, President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to Yamandu Orsi on his election as the next President of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay.

Xi Jinping noted that China and Uruguay are good friends trusting each other and partners enjoying win-win cooperation. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations 36 years ago, the two countries have always adhered to mutual respect, equality, and mutual benefit, firmly supported each other on issues concerning their core interests, and achieved fruitful results in practical cooperation across various fields. The two sides have forged a deep-rooted friendship between their people. Xi Jinping said that he attaches great importance to the development of China-Uruguay relations, and is ready to work with President-elect Yamandu Orsi to continue China-Uruguay friendship, and push for more results in the China-Uruguay comprehensive strategic partnership, so as to bring more benefits to the two peoples.

On the same day, Vice President Han Zheng sent a congratulatory message to Uruguayan Vice President-elect Carolina Cosse.