Museveni Calls for Trade, Investment Growth as 6 Envoys Begin Missions

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Friday received Letters of Credence from six newly accredited ambassadors, pledging Uganda’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and expanding global partnerships.

The envoys presented their credentials at State House, marking the formal commencement of their diplomatic assignments in Kampala. The ambassadors represent the State of Qatar, the Republic of Cuba, the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, the State of Israel, the Kingdom of Spain, and the Republic of Angola.

During the ceremony, President Museveni underscored Uganda’s foreign policy focus on mutual respect, non-interference, and economic cooperation. He emphasized the importance of leveraging diplomatic relations to boost trade, attract investment, promote technology transfer, and strengthen collaboration in sectors such as agriculture, energy, health, education, and security.

“The strengthening of bilateral ties is essential for shared prosperity and constructive global engagement,” the President noted, highlighting Uganda’s readiness to work closely with its international partners.

The Ambassadors who presented their credentials are: H.E. Mr. Ahmed Mohammed Abdulrahman Abdullah Al-Zweidi, Ambassador-designate of the State of Qatar; H.E. Mr. Juan Humberto Macìas Pino, Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Cuba; H.E. Mr. Seddiki Nafaa, Ambassador-designate of the Sahrawi Republic; H.E. Mr. Gideon Behar, Ambassador-designate of the State of Israel; H.E. Mr. Jaime Moreno Bau, Ambassador-designate of the Kingdom of Spain; and H.E. Mr. Màrio De Azevedo Constantino, Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Angola.

The accreditation of ambassadors from the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Latin America reflects Uganda’s broad-based diplomatic outreach and its strategic interest in diversified partnerships amid shifting global economic and geopolitical dynamics.

Diplomatic observers say such engagements position Kampala to enhance economic diplomacy while reinforcing its role in regional stability and South-South cooperation frameworks.