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Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Henry Okello Oryem has held a bilateral meeting with Ms. Chileshe Mpundu Kapwewe, Secretary General of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA).

The talks held earlier on Wednesday at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Headquarters in Kampala, focused on the forthcoming 22nd COMESA Heads of State and Government summit, scheduled for later this year. 

"Both dignitaries engaged in constructive discussions aimed at ensuring the successful organization and execution of this significant gathering, which holds profound implications for regional cooperation and development within the COMESA framework," states a release from the ministry. 

The meeting served as a pivotal platform for dialogue and collaboration, focusing on the forthcoming 22nd COMESA Heads of State and Government summit, slated to convene later this year. 

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Henry Okello Oryem during the meeting with Ms. Chileshe Mpundu Kapwewe (L), Secretary General of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA).

Furthermore, the deliberations encompassed an extensive review of the various programs and initiatives currently being implemented by COMESA. In this regard, Oryem and his guest explored avenues to enhance collaboration and synergy in advancing these initiatives, with a particular emphasis on bolstering infrastructure development across the COMESA region.

Both parties underscored the importance of robust infrastructure in fostering economic growth, enhancing connectivity, and facilitating trade and commerce.

Oryem reiterated Uganda's steadfast commitment to the ideals and objectives of COMESA and reaffirmed its unwavering support towards the realization of shared goals and aspirations.

Kapwewe commended Uganda's exemplary leadership and reiterated COMESA's dedication to fostering robust partnerships and collaborations in advancing regional integration and development initiatives.