CDF Muhoozi, Abu Dhabi experts discuss space security cooperation
In a statement on Monday (September 29), the army said this engagement demonstrates a "mutual desire" to strengthen ties between Uganda and the United Arab Emirates.
Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba met with a high-level delegation from MIRA Aerospace of Abu Dhabi at the Special Forces Command (SFC) headquarters. (Photos by UPDF)
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Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has met with a high-level delegation from MIRA Aerospace of Abu Dhabi at the Special Forces Command (SFC) headquarters and discussed potential cooperation in space security and communications.
In a statement on Monday (September 29), the army said this engagement demonstrates a "mutual desire" to strengthen ties between Uganda and the United Arab Emirates.
The visiting experts from MIRA Aerospace presented proposals, seeking cooperation with the Ugandan government to establish a dedicated aerospace base within the country.
This facility would serve as a regional hub for aerospace operations in East Africa.
During the meeting, the CDF emphasised that space capabilities are no longer a distant frontier but an essential domain for national security.
He said that space defence and space-based telecommunications are critical for safeguarding national sovereignty.
Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba meets a delegation from MIRA Aerospace of Abu Dhabi at the Special Forces Command (SFC) headquarters.
To formalise this potential collaboration, the delegation is also pursuing a memorandum of understanding with the Ugandan government.
The CDF expressed the UPDF’s eagerness to learn about the advanced solutions MIRA Aerospace offers and noted that Uganda is keen to explore a strategic partnership founded on shared interests.
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