In Summary: Uganda and Russia have renewed efforts to strengthen diplomatic relations and explore areas of mutual cooperation during the Third Russia–Africa Summit in Moscow. State Minister for Foreign Affairs (Regional Affairs) Hon. Kyeyune Haruna Kasolo held talks with Russian Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Georgy Evgenievich Borisenko as Vice-President Jessica Alupo led Uganda’s delegation on behalf of President Yoweri Museveni.
Moscow, Russia — Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening diplomatic relations with Russia and expanding strategic cooperation with the wider African continent as Vice-President Jessica Alupo leads the country’s delegation to the Third Russia–Africa Summit in Moscow.
Alupo is representing President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni at the summit, reaffirming Uganda’s engagement with Russia and its broader diplomatic relations across Africa and beyond.
The summit, taking place on October 28–29, 2026, brings together leaders and representatives from Russia and African countries to discuss diplomatic engagement, cooperation and opportunities for mutually beneficial partnerships.
State Minister for Foreign Affairs (Regional Affairs) Hon. Kyeyune Haruna Kasolo, who is part of Uganda’s delegation, said the country’s participation reflects its commitment to constructive dialogue, international cooperation and partnerships that advance shared development priorities.
On the sidelines of the summit, Kasolo held discussions with Georgy Evgenievich Borisenko, Deputy Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, focusing on the longstanding relations between Uganda and Russia.
The two officials exchanged views on strengthening diplomatic engagement and exploring opportunities for enhanced cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
Hon Kasolo described the engagement as constructive, saying Uganda remained committed to fostering partnerships that promote shared priorities and deliver meaningful benefits to the peoples of both countries.
The discussions form part of Uganda’s diplomatic engagement at the summit, where participating countries are seeking to deepen cooperation and identify areas in which closer relations can support their respective development objectives.
Uganda seeks stronger diplomatic and strategic cooperation
Uganda’s participation in the summit provides an opportunity to engage Russian officials on bilateral relations and explore areas where cooperation could be expanded. The meeting between Kasolo and Borisenko also highlights the role of diplomatic consultations on the sidelines of multilateral gatherings, allowing officials to discuss bilateral priorities alongside wider continental issues.
While the officials expressed a commitment to strengthening relations, the statement on the meeting did not specify new agreements, financial commitments or particular projects arising from their discussions.
The summit’s broader focus on Russia–Africa engagement offers Uganda a platform to pursue partnerships aligned with its diplomatic and development priorities while maintaining dialogue with international partners.
Uganda’s delegation is attending under Alupo’s leadership as the country seeks to advance constructive engagement and cooperation with Russia and other African states. The two-day summit concludes today, Thursday, October 29, 2026.
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