The Government of Uganda has reportedly declined to send a representative to a session of the European Parliament, despite indications that Uganda’s ambassador in Brussels had been invited to appear.
Uganda’s Ambassador to the European Union, Mirjam Blaak, had been called to attend the session. However, officials in Kampala confirmed that no representative would be dispatched.
Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Vincent Bagiire, stated that Uganda is a sovereign state and cannot be “summoned” by the European Parliament. He emphasized that diplomatic engagements must be conducted on the basis of mutual respect and established protocols.
The development signals a firm diplomatic stance by Uganda amid what appears to be a sensitive engagement with the European Union’s legislative arm. While details of the session’s agenda were not immediately disclosed, the decision not to attend underscores ongoing debates around sovereignty, diplomatic processes, and international accountability.
Meanwhile, representatives from the National Unity Platform (NUP), Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the African Union (AU), and the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) are expected to attend the session.
The situation highlights the evolving dynamics between Uganda and European institutions, particularly at a time when governance, human rights, and political accountability remain central themes in international relations.
