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Source: The Republic of Uganda - Ministry of Foreign Affairs | Jun 05, 2024

Uganda and Republic of Korea Sign Framework Agreement for Loans From the Korean Economic Development Cooperation Fund for the Years 2024 to 2028

Under the terms of the Framework Agreement, the Korean Government shall enable the Ugandan Government to obtain loans from the Economic Development Cooperation Fund

In accordance with the existing Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Korea and the Government of the Republic of Uganda concerning Loans from the Economic Development Cooperation Fund, signed on April 13, 2012, the Ugandan Minister of Finance Hon. Matia Kasaija, together with the Korean Minister of Foreign…

Source: President of the Republic of Kenya | Jun 05, 2024

Invest in Africa’s Renewable Energy, President Ruto to Global North Investors

Africa possesses the highest untapped potential of renewable energy reserves in the world but had only managed 3 gigawatts of the global increase

President William Ruto has raised concerns over the underfunding of Africa’s renewable energy development. He said though it was encouraging that 2023 recorded the largest increase in renewable energy capacity, with the addition of about 500 gigawatts globally and new investments worth $600 billion, Africa fared badly. The President said…

Source: President of the Republic of Kenya | Jun 04, 2024

President Ruto: Strategic Korea-Africa Partnership Will Help Unlock Africa’s Potential

The summit, whose theme is The Future We Make Together: Shared Growth, Sustainability and Solidarity, was hosted by President Yoon Suk Yeol

President William Ruto on Tuesday addressed the inaugural Korea Africa Summit and underscored the critical role Korea can play in the transformation of Africa. The President said Africa is keen on exploring robust partnerships with Korean investors to turn Africa’s enormous potential into opportunity and investment that will create jobs…

Source: The Presidency, Republic of Ghana | Jun 04, 2024

President Akufo-Addo Advocates for Stronger Africa-Korea Partnership at 2024 Summit

President Akufo-Addo acknowledged that more work is needed to remove barriers to trade, enhance infrastructure, and promote knowledge exchange to unlock the full potential of this partnership

The 2024 Korea-Africa Summit, held in Seoul, Korea, began today with a powerful call for deeper collaboration and mutual growth from President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo of Ghana. Addressing a distinguished audience, including Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and other Heads of State and Government, President Akufo-Addo outlined a vision of…

Source: State House Sierra Leone | Jun 04, 2024

Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio Expresses Hope in Joint Membership with Korea on the United Nation Security Council, Shared Growth, Sustainability and Solidarity

In his national statement to the inaugural 2024 Korea-Africa Summit, aimed at elevating the dialogue between Korea and African nations from the ministerial to the highest levels

His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio has expressed hope in the partnership between Sierra Leone and Korea, both now serving as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, emphasising the need for shared growth, sustainability and solidarity. In his national statement to the inaugural 2024 Korea-Africa Summit, aimed…

Source: Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates | Jun 04, 2024

Mr. Rachid Talbi Alami Represents His Majesty The King in the First Korea-Africa Summit

The Summit, which was launched by Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, will be attended by over 45 African countries

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Rachid Talbi Alami, represented His Majesty King Mohammed VI, on 04 June 2024 in Seoul, in the first Korea-Africa Summit held under the theme “The Future We Build Together: Shared Growth, Sustainability and Solidarity”. The Summit, which was launched by Korean President Yoon…

Source: The Republic of Uganda - Ministry of Foreign Affairs | Jun 04, 2024

Uganda: Honourable Oryem Okello Meets the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea Honourable Chung Byung-Won in Seoul

There will be a series of conference sessions across a wide range of topics, including business, agriculture, ICT, forestry and desertification, vaccine and health security, tourism, infrastructure

Uganda has plans to open a resident Diplomatic Mission in the Republic of Korea to ensure Uganda achieves maximum benefits from the relations between the two nations, Hon. Okello Oryem, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs has revealed during a bi-lateral meeting with Hon. Chung Byung-won, Deputy Minister of Foreign…

Source: State House Seychelles | Jun 04, 2024

President Ramkalawan addresses the Korea-Africa Summit 2024

President Ramkalawan described this inaugural Korea-Africa Summit as a significant milestone signaling the dawn of new opportunities for strategic collaboration and prosperity

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan is currently leading the Seychelles delegation at the Korea-Africa Summit taking place at Kintex, Ilsan Province in South-Korea. The Summit was officially opened by the President of the Republic of Korea, His Excellency Mr. Yoon Suk Yeol during which he extended…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea | Apr 01, 2024

Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Spokesperson’s Statement on Senegalese Presidential Election

The Korean Government looks forward to working with the new Senegalese government to further develop the forward-looking friendly and cooperative relationship between our two countries

The Government of the Republic of Korea welcomes the election of Mr. Bassirou Diomaye Faye as the next President of Senegal on Sunday, March 24, and commends the presidential election for being carried out in a peaceful and transparent manner in accordance with Senegal's mature democratic system. The Korean Government…

Source: The Republic of Uganda - Ministry of Foreign Affairs | Mar 28, 2024

Uganda And Republic of Korea Discuss 2024 Korea-Africa Summit

The summit aims to strengthen the partnership between Korea and African Countries in various areas, including trade, investment, infrastructure, and development

Hon. John Mulimba, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs/Regional Affairs, held a meeting with Korean Government Representative for the Korea-Africa Summit 2024, Mr.Jung Kihong at the Ministry of Foreign affairs. The meeting focused on the preparations for the upcoming summit, which will be held in Seoul, South Korea, in June…

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