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By Our Reporters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The implementation of the Non Aligned Movement (NAM) shared decisions and  ability to tackle the pressing challenges of peace and security, sustainable development, human rights, and international cooperation, will depend on the collective effort and strong commitment of all Member States, Uganda\u2019s Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeje Odongo has said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking at the opening of a four day NAM midterm ministerial coordinating meeting in Uganda\u2019s Capital Kampala, Odong said that it was only through unity, solidarity and a common purpose that NAM member states can  project a clear, strong, and coordinated voice on the issues that affect our nations in today\u2019s increasingly complex and volatile global environment- which  hinder the bloc\u2019s aspirations for economic development, social progress, peace, and the full enjoyment of human rights and the rule of law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The 19th<\/sup> Midterm Ministerial Meeting of the Coordinating Bureau of the Non-Aligned Movement, is intended to assess the progress made in implementing the outcomes of the 19th<\/sup> Summit of NAM which was held in Uganda in January 2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Question of Palestine remains central to the Non-Aligned Movement. Our long-standing, principled positions on this matter, carefully developed over the past six decades, must be preserved, defended, and advanced. This includes continued engagement in relevant fora, particularly within the United Nations system, and concerted efforts to uphold international law, including international humanitarian law, and implement relevant UN resolutions,\u201d Odong told the meeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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He urged the members to continue  with their strong stand against  all forms of colonialism, oppression, occupation, domination, and apartheid in the occupied Palestinian territory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe recent diplomatic efforts and ceasefire offer, a momentary respite from the harrowing images of the past two years. However, sustained focus is urgently needed on the delivery of humanitarian assistance and on advancing practical steps towards the implementation of the Two-State Solution,\u201d he added .<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Odongo called for increased economic, technical, and humanitarian support to rebuild Palestinian institutions and infrastructure, laying a firm foundation for full independence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On the economic and social front,  Odongo said NAM must reinvigorate the South\u2013South cooperation to address the persistent barriers that developing countries face in accessing financing and fair global markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe global trading system is becoming increasingly restrictive, with tariff and non-tariff barriers continuing to deny our countries a fair share of international trade. These challenges are compounded by the growing technological divide, which hampers our industrial development and capacity for value addition.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He further stated thus , \u201cWe must prioritize industrialization, innovation, and structural transformation to drive sustainable development. It is imperative that we reverse the trend of low industrial output and limited manufacturing, especially in Least Developed Countries (LDCs), where manufacturing accounts for less than 12% of GDP in 36 of the 46 LDCs.<\/a>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Chair of the Non-Aligned Movement Coordinating Bureau, Odongo expressed  Uganda\u2019s commitment  in upholding the Movement\u2019s principled positions and in promoting the collective interests of our Member States on the global stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are fully committed to revitalizing NAM, reinforcing its unity and solidarity, and ensuring that our voice continues to influence international dialogue and decision-making, \u201c assured the delegates .<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Editor; msserwanga@gmail.com<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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