Xi underscored in his letter the traditional ties between the two countries and noted that Beijing and Kampala have maintained, in the last few years, firm mutual support on issues related to their core interests and key concerns.

The Chinese head of State highlighted the fruitful results of practical cooperation in multiple sectors and effective coordination on international and regional issues.

He affirmed that Museveni is an “old friend of the Chinese people” for his long-standing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations.

Xi expressed his willingness to work with the Ugandan president to strengthen political trust and perpetuate the historic friendship between the two nations.

He underscored the importance of fully implementing the agreements reached at the Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation held in Beijing.

China and Uganda established diplomatic relations in 1962 and boosted their relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership in 2024, within the framework of growing South-South cooperation.

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