Uganda's ambassador to Brunei presented her official papers to the Sultan during a ceremony at his palace. Betty Oyella Bigombe delivered greetings from Uganda's president and started her diplomatic duties in the Southeast Asian country. The Sultan welcomed her warmly and promised stronger ties between both nations. She works from Malaysia and covers Brunei as part of her responsibilities. A financial officer helped arrange the formal presentation.
Brunei's foreign ministry received the ambassador at the airport with full honors. Officials held a special reception before she went to her residence. The foreign minister hosted a diplomatic breakfast that brought together many ambassadors. They discussed ways to boost trade and education partnerships between countries.
Uganda wants closer ties with Southeast Asian nations through the ASEAN group. Trade between Uganda and ASEAN countries hit 230 million dollars last year. Uganda sells coffee and tea to these nations and buys electronics and machinery from them. Malaysia alone traded 80 million dollars worth of goods with Uganda. The ambassador will work to expand business opportunities across the region.
Brunei's foreign ministry received the ambassador at the airport with full honors. Officials held a special reception before she went to her residence. The foreign minister hosted a diplomatic breakfast that brought together many ambassadors. They discussed ways to boost trade and education partnerships between countries.
Uganda wants closer ties with Southeast Asian nations through the ASEAN group. Trade between Uganda and ASEAN countries hit 230 million dollars last year. Uganda sells coffee and tea to these nations and buys electronics and machinery from them. Malaysia alone traded 80 million dollars worth of goods with Uganda. The ambassador will work to expand business opportunities across the region.
