The Saudi leadership congratulates the President of Uganda on his re-election for a new term
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, may God protect him, sent a congratulatory cable to His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, President of the Republic of Uganda, on the occasion of his re-election for a new presidential term, stressing the Kingdom’s keenness to strengthen the bonds of friendship and joint cooperation between the two countries.
In his telegram, the King expressed his sincerest congratulations and best wishes for success to His Excellency in his presidential duties, wishing the brotherly people of the Republic of Uganda further progress, prosperity, security, and stability. He also praised the distinguished relations between the two countries and their brotherly peoples, relations which all strive to strengthen and develop in all fields to serve their common interests.
Congratulations to the Crown Prince and aspirations for the future
In the same vein, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent a similar congratulatory cable to His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on the occasion of his re-election. His Royal Highness expressed his sincerest congratulations and best wishes for success to His Excellency and for further progress and prosperity to the brotherly people of the Republic of Uganda, emphasizing the importance of continued joint coordination.
The depth of Saudi-Ugandan relations
This congratulatory message comes within the framework of the long-standing diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Uganda, as the two countries enjoy a long history of constructive cooperation. Uganda is considered one of the important countries in the East African region and an active member of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, which gives the relationship with it a shared strategic and cultural dimension.
Bilateral relations between Riyadh and Kampala have witnessed remarkable development in recent years, with both sides seeking to expand cooperation to include economic, investment, and agricultural sectors, as well as labor and workforce matters. The Kingdom views Uganda as an important partner on the African continent, in line with its strategy to strengthen its presence and partnerships with African nations as part of Vision 2030.
The importance of political stability in East Africa
The re-election of President Museveni is a significant event on the African continent, given Uganda's role in stabilizing the Great Lakes region and East Africa. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia consistently supports efforts toward stability and development in Africa, and through these official messages, reaffirms its unwavering commitment to supporting its sisterly and friendly nations in achieving their peoples' aspirations for sustainable development.
The new presidential term of the Ugandan president is expected to witness further diplomatic coordination with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on regional and international issues of common interest, particularly in the areas of combating terrorism, promoting international peace and security, and developing trade between the two countries.
