Minister Oboth Urges Türkiye To Establish Defence Manufacturing Hub In Uganda
Hon Jacob Marksons Oboth, Uganda’s Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, has called on Türkiye to set up a defence manufacturing hub in Uganda, capitalising on the country’s strategic position in Africa. He suggested that Uganda could serve as a regional base, similar to Türkiye’s role in Asia and Europe. […]
Minister Oboth-Oboth Hails UK Support In Strengthening UPDF Capabilities
The Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, Hon. Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth, has lauded the historical bilateral relationship between Uganda and the United Kingdom, emphasising its importance in the areas of defence and military cooperation. Hon. Oboth-Oboth made the remarks during a courtesy visit by the British High Commissioner to Uganda, […]
Uganda, France Strengthen Military Ties With Focus On Training And Regional Security
Hon Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth today welcomed the French Ambassador to Uganda, His Excellency Xavier Sticker, for a meeting at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs Headquarters in Mbuya. The discussions focused on enhancing regional security and strengthening military cooperation, with an emphasis on training. Minister Oboth expressed […]
Joint Communique Of The Ministers Of Defence Of The Republic Of Uganda And The Central African Republic, Kampala, 7th October 2024
At the invitation of His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, president of the republic of Uganda, H.E Prof Faustin Archangel Touadera, President of The Central African Republic, paid a state visit to Uganda from 07th-10th October 2024 H.E Prof Faustin demonstrates the strong bilateral. Relations between the two countries, which is […]
Minister Oboth Meets Belgian Ambassador, Pledge To Strengthen Bilateral Ties
The Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, Hon Jacob Marksons Oboth, hosted a significant meeting with the Belgian Ambassador to Uganda, His Excellency Hugues Chantry, at the Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs (MODVA) headquarters. The primary objective of this gathering was to fortify the existing bilateral relations between Uganda […]
Czech Republic Pays Courtesy Call On MODVA
The Minister of State for Defence and Veteran Affairs (Defence), Hon. Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi, has commended the cordial relationship between the Czech Republic and the Republic of Uganda, particularly in defence, security, trade, and investment. “The partnership between the two sister countries has grown stronger over the years and has […]
President Museveni Holds Meeting With United States Ambassador To Uganda
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni today held a productive meeting with the United States of America’s Ambassador to Uganda, His Excellency William W. Popp, at State House, Entebbe. The discussions centred on various critical matters, including the forthcoming population census, regional peace and stability, and socio-economic development. Recognising the significance of […]
Hon. Jacob Oboth Meets U.S Ambassador William Popp, Calls For Deepening Of Relationship Based On Mutual Trust
The Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs, the Hon. Jacob Marksons Oboth, met with the United States Ambassador to Uganda, William W. Popp, today at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs Headquarters in Mbuya. Minister Oboth thanked the US government for its continued support towards regional security and the […]
Don’t Hesitate Sending Your Troops To Uganda For Training
The Chief of Defence Forces General Wilson Mbasu Mbadi has received a delegation of the Malian Armed Forces led by the Chief of General Staff, General Oumar Diarra, at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs Headquarters, Mbuya. Gen Mbadi told the delegation that until 1986 when the current […]
Uganda And South Africa Meet On Defence Cooperation
The Governments of Uganda and South Africa have today concluded a one-day Inaugural Joint Defence Committee (JDC) meeting at Protea Skyz Hotel, in Kampala. The meeting focused on reviewing the areas of cooperation in defence as provided for by the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by the two countries in […]