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Heads of state meet to discuss economic integration of Rwanda, Uganda and Congo
In a bid to normalize ties between Rwanda and Uganda, through the fourth Quadripartite Heads of State Summit both President Paul Kagame and Yoweri Museveni met at Gatuna border. They were joined by Angolan President João Lourenço and his Congolese counterpart Félix Tshisekedi. The agenda of the meeting includes review and discussion of feedback from Uganda following a Note Verbale from Kigali dispatched on February 15. Joining CNBC Africa to speak on economic integration between countries in the region is Journalist Gonzaga Mugwana.
Fri, 21 Feb 2020 14:54:14 GMT
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- Efforts to address ongoing issues showed promise but left certain matters unresolved, signaling progress in easing the longstanding crisis between Rwanda and Uganda.
- The border dispute has had significant economic impacts on both countries, disrupting trade and movement across the border, but efforts to diversify markets and resources have helped mitigate some of these effects.
- Establishing trust between the parties involved is crucial to resolving the dispute and moving towards regional cooperation for economic integration.
In a bid to normalize ties between Rwanda and Uganda, through the fourth Quadripartite Heads of State Summit, both President Paul Kagame and Yoweri Museveni met at Gatuna border. They were joined by Angolan President João Lourenço and his Congolese counterpart Félix Tshisekedi. The agenda of the meeting includes a review and discussion of feedback from Uganda following a Note Verbale from Kigali dispatched on February 15. Speaking on economic integration between countries in the region, journalist Gonzaga Mugwana highlights the progress and ongoing challenges faced in the process. The recent meeting showed promise yet left certain issues unresolved, signaling a step towards addressing the longstanding crisis that has strained relations between the neighboring nations. The impact of the crisis on the economies of Rwanda and Uganda has been significant, with disruptions in trade and movement across the border resulting in economic losses. However, efforts have been made to mitigate these effects and adapt to the changing circumstances. The key to resolving the dispute lies in establishing trust between the parties involved and finding a way to address underlying issues beyond surface-level agreements. The commitment to regional trade and integration remains strong, indicating that progress will continue despite the challenges faced.
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