President Yoweri Museveni is expected to show his strong leadership in dealing with issues of regional peace and security.

President Museveni plays a huge role in the peace and security of the East African region, DR Congo being one of the countries benefiting from the support.

Minister for Information, Communication and Technology Frank Tumwebaze confirmed to media after a cabinet meeting: “Uganda will host the 9th high level meeting of the Regional Oversight Mechanism of the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Region on 8th October, 2018 at the Munyonyo Resort.

Tumwebaze noted that the meeting is expected to highlight the role of the President and the DRC.

The minister stated: “To maintain H.E the President’s strong leadership in dealing with issues of regional peace and security.”

He added: “To commit to the neutralization of negative forces and restoration of peace, security and stability in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and the Region.”

Tumwebaze went on: “To facilitate economic activities and trade to flourish between Uganda and Eastern DRC.”