4:26 PM: It’s a wrap!
President Yoweri Museveni officially closed the Third South Summit of the Group of 77 countries and China (G77+China) in Kampala. He expressed gratitude to all the participants and symbolically closed the summit with the strike of a mallet.
4:25 PM: Breaking News – Museveni Closes Third South Summit
After outlining Uganda’s focus areas for its chairmanship of the G77+China, President Museveni officially closed the Third South Summit. He thanked all participants for attending the meeting in Uganda and declared the summit closed.
4:23 PM: Focus Area Number Three – Infrastructure
President Museveni highlights infrastructure as the third area of focus during Uganda’s chairmanship of the G77+China. He mentions China’s support in building dams and other infrastructure projects in Uganda.
4:21 PM: Focus Area Number Two – Markets
President Museveni emphasizes markets as the second focus area for sustainable prosperity. He calls for a balance in buying and selling goods among member states to support individual and collective prosperity.
4:13 PM: Focus Area Number One – Production of Goods & Services
President Museveni identifies the first focus area as the production of goods and services. He stresses the importance of enabling all individuals to participate in wealth creation and calls for cooperation among G77+China countries in producing goods and services.
4:12 PM: Breaking News – Museveni Delivers Closing Statement
President Museveni delivers his closing statement at the Third South Summit, highlighting the interconnected themes of the 19th NAM Summit and the G77+China Summit—both aspiring toward global sustainable prosperity. He outlines three focus areas for Uganda’s chairmanship: production, markets, and infrastructure.
2:26 PM: Departure of Leaders
Leaders attending the 19th NAM Summit and Third South Summit are facilitated for departure at Entebbe International Airport. The latter summit, focusing on the G77+China, concludes today.
1:43 PM: UN General Assembly President’s Departure to New Delhi
UN General Assembly President, Dennis Francis, departs Uganda for New Delhi after attending the 19th NAM Summit and the Third South Summit. He expresses gratitude for Uganda’s hospitality and plans to engage in events related to sustainability, accessibility, multilateralism, and digital public infrastructure during his visit to India.
1:06 PM: Traffic Situation and Police Statement
The Uganda Police Force provides an update on the traffic situation during the ongoing summits. While traffic remains busy, slight congestion is reported along designated summit routes leading to Speke Resort Munyonyo, the venue. The police express gratitude for compliance with guidelines.
12:29 PM: Closed-Door Summit Plenary
The G77+China heads of state and government, along with heads of delegation, engage in a closed-door summit plenary session at Munyonyo. A press conference is expected to provide updates on the proceedings.
12:24 PM: Uganda and Cuba Celebrate 50 Years of Ties
Uganda and Cuba celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations with an event at Uganda Christian University. Cuba’s Vice-President Salvador Valdés Mesa commends Uganda and other African countries for their support, acknowledging Uganda’s role.
12:03 PM: Spouses’ Side Activities – Visit to Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
Spouses of participating heads of state and government are scheduled to visit the Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre in Entebbe. The visit aims to showcase Uganda’s tourism potential. Guidelines about feeding monkeys are emphasized during the tour.
11:00 AM: China Pledges Continued Support to Global South
During the opening session, Liu Guozhong, Chinese President Xi Jinping’s Special Representative, pledges China’s ongoing support to the Global South. He highlights China’s initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative and emphasizes cooperation on poverty reduction, food security, public health, and climate change.
10:26 AM: UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres’ Address
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres addresses the 19th NAM Summit and Third South Summit. He discusses global issues, including the need for reform in the global financial system, the Gaza conflict, the two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians, and the reform of the Security Council.
9:47 AM: Pictorial Recap of Day One
A pictorial recap showcases the opening ceremony, speeches by key speakers, and group photos during the first day of the Third South Summit. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres and UN General Assembly President Dennis Francis were in attendance.
9:30 AM: Bahamas PM Visits Chimp Island
Philip Davis, Prime Minister of the Bahamas, takes time off to visit Ngamba Chimpanzee Island on Lake Victoria during his stay in Kampala. He commends Uganda’s conservation efforts.
9:25 AM: Spouses’ Programme – Visit to Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
Spouses of participating heads of state and government are scheduled to visit the Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre in Entebbe to showcase Uganda’s tourism potential. The programme includes a cultural troupe performance, a zoo tour, and a visit to State House Entebbe.
9:20 AM: Today’s Programme
The G77+China heads of state and government engage in a plenary session for the entire morning, presenting statements. After lunch, the plenary session continues in the afternoon, leading to the closing session in the evening. President Museveni will deliver the closing statement.
9:02 AM: 2024 – A Crucial Year
President Museveni identifies 2024 as a crucial year with various intergovernmental processes at the UN, including conferences on small island developing states, landlocked developing countries, financing for development, and the UN Climate Change Conference.
8:51 AM: Uganda’s Agenda at Helm of G77+China
In his opening address, President Museveni outlines Uganda’s agenda during its chairmanship of the G77+China. The focus includes accelerating the implementation of the 2030 Agenda, addressing climate change, strengthening international tax cooperation, and fighting illicit financial flows.
8:49 AM: Highlights of Museveni’s Address
President Museveni delivers the opening address, emphasizing the importance of G77+China unity and collective action. He touches on global challenges, the need for just international economic order, and Uganda’s commitment to promoting human rights and self-reliance.
8:40 AM: Invaluable New Step
President Museveni expresses gratitude for Uganda’s chairmanship of the G77+China, describing it as an invaluable new step towards realizing the aspirations of developing countries. He acknowledges the responsibilities and pledges Uganda’s commitment to a revitalized multilateral system.
8:31 AM: Brand-New Week!
A fresh week begins with coverage of the Third South Summit of G77+China in Kampala, following the recent 19th NAM Summit. The focus remains on Uganda’s leadership and the key discussions shaping the future of developing countries.
