Uruguay has been authorized to export bovine stomachs to China, making it the first country to receive such authorization. The country has also been given permission to export porcine mucosa to India for pharmaceutical use. These developments, part of a process initiated in 2020 during a visit by Uruguay's President to China, mark a significant expansion in international meat trade. The process involves registration, audits, and inclusion in the official export list for companies seeking to trade with China. Uruguay is focusing on diversifying its international markets, particularly in Southeast Asia.