Gen. Jeje Odongo holds talks with US Ambassador

Foreign Affairs Minister Gen. Jeje Odongo has held talks with William Popp, the US Ambassador to Uganda.

The meeting took place on Friday, October 25, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters in Kampala.

During the meeting which the ministry officials described as "productive", Gen. Jeje and Popp discussed a range of bilateral issues, with a particular focus on cooperation in the areas of Defense, Peace, and Security within the region.

"They explored opportunities for enhanced collaboration between the two countries in promoting regional stability, countering transnational threats, and strengthening democratic governance", states a media release from the ministry.

Gen. Odongo expressed Uganda's deep appreciation for the United States' continued support for regional peace and security initiatives. 

He highlighted the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation in these areas and emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach that addresses both the root causes of conflict and the immediate challenges facing the region.

According to the release, Ambassador Popp reaffirmed the United States' commitment to supporting Uganda's efforts to promote peace and security in the region. 

He emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation in defense and security matters and expressed his willingness to explore new avenues for collaboration.

The meeting underscored the strong partnership between Uganda and the United States and reaffirmed the two countries shared commitment to promoting peace, security, and prosperity in the region. 

It is anticipated that this meeting will further strengthen the bilateral relationship and pave the way for increased cooperation in the areas of defense, peace, and security.