The European Union ambassador to Uganda, Jan Sadek, says they are committed to continue supporting the country’s development agenda despite their disagreement with the Anti-Homosexuality Bill which was recently approved by Parliament.
Speaking at a function to celebrate Europe Day in Kampala on Tuesday, Sadek said the continuous dialogue with the government over the matter indicates that they have Uganda at heart.
These comments come in the wake of international bodies, and development partners threatening to withhold much needed aid because of the Bill that they say is against their foreign policies and basic human rights.
The bloc, and its 27 member states is a leading development partner for Uganda, investing millions of Euros into pertinent sectors such as infrastructure, trade, energy, education among others.
The EU has since met President Museveni over the same bill.
Sadek applauded Uganda’s positive role in the region, its progressive refugee policy, and advancement in gender equality, freedom of religion and the fine coexistence between its ethnic groups.
He also hailed Uganda for taking a firm stand in promoting renewable energy and commercial coffee growing.
Ms Alupo noted the positive collaboration that exists between the government and the EU calling it “vibrant and strong.
