New Delhi, June 24 -- Binoy George has been appointed as India's next Ambassador to Uruguay, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Wednesday.

In an official statement, the MEA said that George, who is presently Joint Secretary in the Ministry, is expected to take up charge soon.

"Dr. Binoy George appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Oriental Republic of Uruguay. Dr. Binoy George (IFS: 2006), presently Joint Secretary in the Ministry, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Oriental Republic of Uruguay. He is expected to take up the assignment shortly," MEA said on Wednesday.

As India and Uruguay continue to deepen ties, Alberto Antonio Guani Amarilla, Ambassador of Uruguay to India, said on Wednesday, w...