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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.
Zawya
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
President Museveni welcomes newly elected African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf to Uganda
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni today received H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the newly elected Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, at State House Entebbe. During a meeting, President Museveni extended his heartfelt congratulations and reaffirmed Uganda's continued support to the African Union's vision and mission. H.E Youssouf, a seasoned diplomat from Djibouti, was elected Chairperson of the African Union Commission in February 2025. He succeeded H.E Moussa Faki Mahamat of Chad, who served two terms at the helm of the Commission. President Museveni lauded H.E Youssouf's appointment, calling it a win for regional unity and Pan-Africanism. The two leaders also discussed key issues affecting the continent, including peace and security, and the importance of strengthening African-led initiatives for self-reliance. President Museveni emphasized the need to tackle the root causes of conflict in Somalia, particularly identity-based politics and tribalism, which have undermined the establishment of a stable national army. Drawing parallels with Uganda's history, he recounted how volunteer- based resistance movements laid the foundation for a strong national force despite limited resources. He also stressed the importance of collective welfare for soldiers as a key pillar of military strength. 'If a soldier is earning a low salary but their children are educated for free, housing and medical care are provided, and their spouse has access to soft loans for small businesses, that's how you build a strong army on a small budget,' President Museveni said. H.E Youssouf is currently participating in the Extraordinary Summit of Troop Contributing Countries (TCCs) to the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), which commenced on April 22 and is scheduled to end on April 25, 2025. The summit, which is currently happening at Mestil Hotel, Kampala seeks to assess ongoing efforts in Somalia and chart a strategic path toward long-term peace and stability. H.E Youssouf praised Uganda's long-standing contribution to Somalia's stability over the past 17 years, noting that more solidarity from neighboring countries is needed now than ever before. 'When people asked why we put this summit here in Uganda, I told them that President Museveni is our regional leader and a Pan-African. There is no other suitable place other than Uganda,' he said. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Republic of Uganda - Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Middle East
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Middle East
OPEN// PM arrives in Uganda for extraordinary summit of TCCs to AUSSOM
KAMPALA, April 25 (MENA) - Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli on Friday arrived in the Ugandan capital, Kampala. The premier, on behalf of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, will lead Egypt's delegation to the Extraordinary Summit of the Troop Contributing Countries (TCCs) to the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), hosted by Entebbe city, Uganda. Madbouli is scheduled to deliver Egypt's word at the summit that includes a closed meeting of the heads of state and government, followed by a photo op of the heads of delegations, a general session, and then the adoption of the summit's joint statement. The summit falls within the transition from the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) to the African Union Support Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). The UN Security Council Resolution 2767 (2024) endorsed the African Union Peace and Security Council's decision to replace the ATMIS with the AUSSOM, with effect from January 1, 2025. (MENA) R R N/M O H
