New Delhi:Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), and Jacob Marksons Oboth, Speaker of the Parliament of the Republic of Uganda, have engaged in discussions to enhance bilateral and parliamentary cooperation between the UAE and Uganda. The conversation took place during the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi.

According to Wam, the two leaders expressed satisfaction with the growth of UAE-Uganda relations, particularly in trade, investment, and economic sectors. They identified opportunities for expanding partnerships in areas such as clean and renewable energy, food and water security, technology, and sustainable development.

Ghobash underscored the necessity of strengthening parliamentary collaboration between the FNC and the Ugandan Parliament. He highlighted the importance of developing institutional cooperation mechanisms, as well as exchanging knowledge and parliamentary best practices to improve legislative and oversight functions.

The dialogue also covered strategies for improving cooperation in clean and renewable energy sectors and developing legislation to attract investment. Further discussions included enhancing food and water security, supply chains, logistics services, and addressing climate change.

Ghobash extended an invitation to Oboth to visit the UAE for continued parliamentary communication and knowledge exchange. Both parties emphasized the importance of combating terrorism, promoting tolerance, and countering extremist ideologies.

Oboth lauded the UAE's achievements in various development sectors and its role in fostering moderate Islam and peaceful coexistence. He also invited Ghobash to visit Uganda to strengthen bilateral relations and continue their cooperative parliamentary efforts.