Badr Abdel Atty, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Migration, received Henry Okello, Uganda's Minister of International Relations, on Wednesday for an official visit to hold the second round of political consultations between Egypt and Uganda.
The discussions aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation and addressing issues of mutual interest.
Ambassador Tameem Khalaf, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that Abdel Atty emphasized the deep historical relations between Egypt and Uganda, which are based on fraternal bonds and shared interests across various fields.
He also stressed the importance of boosting cooperation in economic, development, trade, and investment sectors to serve the interests of both peoples.
Moreover, FM highlighted the extensive activity of Egyptian companies in Africa, particularly in construction, energy, and infrastructure, underscoring the necessity of updating and activating mechanisms for joint cooperation and coordination to elevate the bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership.
The discussions also covered the situation in the Great Lakes Region, the Lake Chad Basin, the Sahel, and the Horn of Africa.
Both sides emphasized the need to continue efforts to combat terrorism through adopting a comprehensive strategy addressing the security, developmental, and ideological dimensions of the issue.
They also discussed the role of Al-Azhar in training Ugandan imams and the importance of eradicating organized crime that threatens the security and stability of African communities.
Additionally, the two ministers discussed coordination on efforts to reform and develop the African Union, as well as joint cooperation among African and Global South countries in facing significant challenges in peace, security, and sustainable development.
They agreed on mutual support in nominations for regional and international forums.
The talks also delved into the issue of water security and the enduring bond between the two nations through the Nile River.
In this regard, both ministers affirmed Egypt’s longstanding support for development projects in Nile Basin countries, including Uganda's Owen Falls Dam.
They also highlighted the necessity of governing transboundary water cooperation in the Nile in accordance with international law, particularly regarding prior notification, consultation, consensus, and avoiding harm, in line with established global practices
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