* The Uruguay round started in 1982 and took place over seven and a half years, which was twice the actual allotted time. Around 123 countries took part in it. Although during the early times of the round it seemed to fail, it gradually brought about the largest improvement in the trading field all over the world. | * The Uruguay round started in 1982 and took place over seven and a half years, which was twice the actual allotted time. Around 123 countries took part in it. Although during the early times of the round it seemed to fail, it gradually brought about the largest improvement in the trading field all over the world. |