What happened
On October 17, 2025, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi met Lieutenant General Kayanja Muhanga, Commander of the Land Forces of Uganda, on the sidelines of the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave in New Delhi. The meeting focused on expanding defence cooperation through joint training, professional military education, and institutional exchanges. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to advancing collaboration under the UN peacekeeping framework and strengthening mutual learning between their armed forces.
Why it matters to India
The interaction highlights India’s broader efforts to deepen defence ties with African nations and enhance cooperation in peacekeeping operations. Building on historic India–Uganda relations, the engagement reflects New Delhi’s commitment to capacity building, regional stability, and multilateral security collaboration. It also reinforces India’s leadership in promoting global cooperation, through inclusive defence partnerships and international military cooperation.