President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda has officially received the credentials of three newly appointed ambassadors to Uganda, strengthening the country’s international partnerships.
The ceremony took place at State House Entebbe and was attended by senior government officials, including Foreign Affairs Minister Jeje Odong Abubakhar.
The incoming ambassadors are Margaret Gaynor from Ireland, Virginie Leroy from France, and Morakot Janemathukorn from Thailand.
Discussions during the meetings focused on enhancing cooperation in trade, education, security, infrastructure, and socio-economic development.
During his meeting with Ambassador Gaynor, President Museveni highlighted the importance of women’s empowerment and girl-child education as key drivers of national growth.
He emphasized Uganda’s efforts to expand opportunities for women and girls, moving away from traditional restrictions that limited their roles in society.
Ambassador Gaynor, who previously served in Tanzania, expressed her commitment to strengthening Uganda-Ireland relations, particularly in supporting education and equity initiatives.
President Museveni also welcomed Ambassador Leroy, who had previously served in Uganda from 2014 to 2019.
He praised France’s continued support in infrastructure development and military training, including mountain warfare for the Uganda People’s Defence Forces.
Ambassador Leroy expressed her enthusiasm to return and further bilateral cooperation.
With Thailand’s Ambassador Morakot Janemathukorn, discussions focused on trade, investment, and cultural exchange, aiming to boost diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations.
The credentialing of these three ambassadors marks a renewed chapter in Uganda’s diplomacy, signaling a commitment to deepening international cooperation aligned with the country’s development goals.
