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Egypt Independent
26-04-2025
- Business
- Egypt Independent
Uganda eyes greater economic cooperation with Egypt
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said Egypt is ready to cooperate with its Nile Basin partners to develop their capabilities, and share relevant expertise in various sectors, including the agriculture, irrigation, health, energy, and mining industries. Madbouly was speaking during a meeting with President of Uganda Yoweri Museveni on the margins of his participation in the Extraordinary Summit of the Troop Contributing Countries (TCCs) to the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), held in Entebbe on Friday. Museveni praised the robust ties between Egypt and Uganda at the political and economic levels, voicing his country's aspiration for greater cooperation in various economic sectors. Meanwhile, Madbouly conveyed the greetings of President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to his Ugandan counterpart, applauding Uganda's successful hosting of such an important summit. Commending the growing ties between Egypt and Uganda in 2024, Madbouly said the two countries are now poised for a significant shift in their relationship. He stressed Egypt's commitment to that goal, calling for intensifying joint communication and consultations to push bilateral relations to new higher levels. He also hailed the positive outcomes of Egypt's foreign minister's visit to Kampala in October 2024, the visit of Uganda's ministers of water and international relations to Cairo in early December, the meetings of the technical and ministerial committee for joint and permanent cooperation on December 3-4, 2024, and the first round of political consultations between both countries on December 4. About 25 Egyptian companies are now operating in Uganda, with estimated investments of $100 million, the prime minister said, noting that the volume of bilateral trade between both countries reached nearly $133 million in 2023. He said he looks forward to greater volume of trade exchange between the sisterly African nations.
Egypt Today
25-04-2025
- Business
- Egypt Today
Egypt's PM meets President of Uganda Yoweri Museveni in Entebbe
CAIRO – 25 April 2025: Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli said Egypt is ready to cooperate with its Nile Basin partners to develop their capabilities, and share relevant expertise in various sectors, including the agriculture, irrigation, health, energy, and mining industries. Madbouli was speaking during a meeting with President of Uganda Yoweri Museveni on the margins of his participation in the Extraordinary Summit of the Troop Contributing Countries (TCCs) to the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), held in Entebbe on Friday. Museveni praised the robust ties between Egypt and Uganda at the political and economic levels, voicing his country's aspiration for greater cooperation in various economic sectors. Meanwhile, Madbouli conveyed the greetings of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi to his Ugandan counterpart, applauding Uganda's successful hosting of such an important summit. Commending the growing ties between Egypt and Uganda in 2024, Madbouli said the two countries are now poised for a significant shift in their relationship. He stressed Egypt's commitment to that goal, calling for intensifying joint communication and consultations to push bilateral relations to new higher levels. He also hailed the positive outcomes of Egypt's foreign minister's visit to Kampala in October 2024, the visit of Uganda's ministers of water and international relations to Cairo in early December, the meetings of the technical and ministerial committee for joint and permanent cooperation on December 3-4, 2024, and the first round of political consultations between both countries on December 4. About 25 Egyptian companies are now operating in Uganda, with estimated investments of $100 million, the prime minister said, noting that the volume of bilateral trade between both countries reached nearly $133 million in 2023. He said he looks forward to greater volume of trade exchange between the sisterly African nations.
Egypt Today
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
Egypt's PM attends Entebbe Summit on AU Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia
The Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly arrived Entebbe on April 25, 2025 to participate in the extraordinary summit of troop-contributing countries to the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM)- press CAIRO – 25 April 2025: On behalf of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly traveled to Uganda to lead the Egyptian delegation at the Extraordinary Summit of the Troop Contributing Countries (TCCs) to the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), held in Entebbe. The Prime Minister is set to deliver Egypt's official address during the summit. The proceedings will include a closed session for heads of state and government, followed by a group photo of the delegation leaders, and then a plenary session. The summit will conclude with the adoption of a joint statement. This summit is being held as part of the transition from the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) to the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), which officially commenced operations in January 2025, in accordance with UN Security Council Resolution 2767 of 2024. The gathering aims to define the roles, commitments, and contributions of troop- and police-contributing countries involved in the new African mission to Somalia. Egypt has consistently expressed its unwavering support for Somalia's unity and territorial integrity, particularly amid recent tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia following a controversial agreement signed in January 2024 between Ethiopia and Somaliland—a self-declared, unrecognized state. The agreement, which potentially grants Ethiopia access to the sea in exchange for recognizing Somaliland, was strongly rejected by Somalia as a violation of its sovereignty. However, in December 2024, Somalia and Ethiopia reached a resolution through a mediated agreement facilitated by Ankara.
Zawya
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) Condemns Attack on Soldiers
The African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) strongly condemns Sunday's attack on its soldiers by Al Shabaab militants in Buurane village, Mahaday district of Hirshabelle State. The AU troops were clearing a landing area for a helicopter when they came under attack. The brave soldiers responded effectively repelling the attackers and eliminating one militant. 'The cowardly act of using roadside bombs will not deter our resolve to ensure Somalia achieves long lasting peace its people have been yearning for,' said the Acting Head of AUSSOM, Sivuyile Bam. 'We will continue supporting the Federal Government and Somali Security Forces in their operations against Al Shabaab and other illegal armed groups.' Mr. Bam commended the AUSSOM Burundian troops for their swift response in repulsing the militants and minimising casualties. He wished a speedy recovery to AUSSOM soldiers injured in the attack. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM).
