# Uganda military and diplomatic engagement

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/uganda-military-and-diplomatic-engagement
> Updated: 2026-09-04T05:23:48.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Uganda has engaged in several diplomatic and military efforts to strengthen its security posture and international relations. In late August, military leaders from Uganda and Rwanda met in Mbarara to reaffirm commitments to border security and military cooperation, aiming to promote regional stability and economic development.

Following these regional discussions, Uganda’s Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Kiryowa Kiwanuka, reaffirmed the nation’s longstanding defense cooperation with Russia, expressing a desire for expanded military-to-military engagement and business opportunities. Additionally, the Minister met with the Honorary Consul of Syria to discuss Uganda’s non-aligned foreign policy and its focus on peacekeeping efforts in the Middle East.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: Uganda reaffirms defense ties with Russia and peacekeeping role

Ugandan Defence Minister Kiryowa Kiwanuka reaffirmed defense ties with Russia and emphasized Uganda’s non-aligned, peacekeeping-focused approach toward Middle East stability.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uganda-reaffirms-defense-ties-with-russia-and-peacekeeping-role

### 2026-08-31: Uganda and Rwanda pledge to strengthen border security and military cooperation

Ugandan and Rwandan military leaders have pledged to enhance cooperation and promote peace and stability along their shared border following a high-level meeting in Mbarara.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uganda-and-rwanda-pledge-to-strengthen-border-security-and-military-cooperation

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