East Africa looks to Uganda for leadership - Secretary of State John Kerry on behalf of President Barack Obama Uganda National Day Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC October 9, 2014 On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I congratulate the people of Uganda as you celebrate 52 years of independence. Your government is an important partner in the fight against terrorism. We greatly appreciate Uganda’s efforts to address the threat posed by the Lord’s Resistance Army and your vital contribution to the African Union Mission in Somalia. East Africa looks to Uganda for leadership. We continue to encourage your role in promoting democracy, human rights, and peace and prosperity throughout the region. The United States stands ready to support your efforts to achieve these objectives. As you gather with family and friends, I wish you a happy Independence Day and a prosperous future.
Posted on: Fri, 10 Oct 2014 13:26:35 +0000
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