Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, The Chief Defense Forces Hosts Rwanda Defence Delegation for Security Talks
The Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, held a meeting with a delegation from the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) at Mbuya UPDF Barracks. Led by Major General Vincent Nyakarundi, the meeting focused on bilateral and regional security matters.
Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba the Chief Defence Forces, Major General James Birungi, the Chief of Defense Intelligence and Security (DIS) in a group photo with the Rwanda Defence delegation.
The Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, yesterday 17th April 2024 held a meeting with a delegation from the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) at Mbuya UPDF Barracks.
The Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba with Major General Vincent Nyakarundi
Leading the RDF delegation was Major General Vincent Nyakarundi, the RDF Army Chief of Staff.
A message from the CDF’s office indicated that the meeting focused on bilateral and regional security matters. It emphasized that such engagements are routine and form part of ongoing security dialogues between Uganda and Rwanda.
Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba handshaking one of the RDF delegates
Photographs from the event show that Major General James Birungi, the Chief of Defense Intelligence and Security (DIS), was also present at the meeting along with other officials.
General Kainerugaba, who also serves as the Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, has played a significant role in fostering improved relations between Uganda and Rwanda. His efforts have included multiple meetings with Rwandan President Paul Kagame in both Uganda and Rwanda.
