Tanzania and Uganda have reaffirmed their commitment to translating their bilateral partnership into practical action, accelerating joint development projects, and exploring new areas of collaboration.
Speaking at the opening of the Joint Permanent Commission (JPC) session in Dar es Salaam, Ambassador Ali Bujiku, Director of the Africa Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, emphasized the importance of sustaining and expanding cooperation across key development sectors.
“The discussions today reflect the broad and strategic scope of our partnership. We will review progress on previous agreements, address challenges, and explore opportunities in diplomacy, security, immigration, agriculture, health, education, culture, and trade,” Ambassador Bujiku said.
He highlighted the critical role of infrastructure in strengthening bilateral ties, citing regional projects such as the East African crude oil pipeline, roads, and transport networks designed to improve trade efficiency and boost regional integration.
Uganda’s Ambassador to Tanzania, retired Colonel Fred Mwesigye, underscored the importance of resolving outstanding challenges and identifying new avenues for collaboration.
“Our leaders have tasked us with ensuring that by their next meeting, we can report that all issues have been addressed and new areas of cooperation initiated,” Ambassador Mwesigye said.
He also praised Tanzania’s continued leadership in the East African Community (EAC) and the appointment of Tanzanian Ambassador Patrick Mbundi as EAC Secretary-General, describing these milestones as a boost to regional cooperation and joint development efforts.
The session of the JPC provides a platform for experts from both countries to assess past agreements, monitor ongoing projects, and develop strategies that will accelerate shared economic and social growth.
