H.E. Masid Saffar, the Ambassador of Iran to Uganda, paid a courtesy visit to the Police Headquarters in Naguru.
The ambassador, who was received by the Inspector General of Police, Abbas Byakagaba, paid the courtesy call with the aim of strengthening the bilateral relationship between Iran and Uganda and enhancing cooperation in various areas.
According to a statement released by the police, the meeting held on June 18, 2024, between the two counterparts focused on potential areas of collaboration between the two countries, including law enforcement and security. .
“The Iranian Ambassador expressed Iran’s commitment to working closely with the Ugandan authorities to address shared concerns and explore mutually beneficial initiatives,” the statement reads in part.
The Inspector General, on the other hand, welcomed the visit and emphasised Uganda’s openness to expanding cooperation with Iran in relevant fields.
The statement further highlighted ways to strengthen the existing ties between Iran and Uganda, particularly in the realm of public safety and security.
“The meeting was seen as a positive step towards fostering deeper understanding and collaboration between the two nations, particularly in the areas of law enforcement and security,” the statement reads in part.
Both sides expressed their enthusiasm to explore further avenues of partnership and to build upon the existing foundation of bilateral relations.
