Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni of the Republic of Uganda.

The two leaders discussed the health and economic challenges arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic. Prime Minister assured H.E. President Museveni that India stands in solidarity with its friends in Africa during the present health crisis, and would extend all possible support to the Ugandan Government’s efforts to control the spread of the virus in its territory.

Prime Minister expressed his appreciation for the goodwill and care extended to the Indian diaspora in Uganda by the host Government and society, including during the present situation.

Prime Minister warmly recalled his visit to Uganda in July 2018, and touched on the special nature of India-Uganda ties.

Both leaders shared the hope that the world would soon prevail over the challenge of COVID-19.

New Delhi
April 09, 2020

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