H.E. Abdalla Hassan AlShamsi hosted an interfaith Iftar in Uganda to promote unity during Ramadan, attended by diverse religious and government leaders. The event celebrated shared values, highlighted the UAE’s generosity, and emphasized the strengthening relationship between Uganda and the UAE, fostering social cohesion and mutual respect.
In a commendable act reflecting unity and respect during Ramadan, H.E. Abdalla Hassan AlShamsi, the UAE Ambassador to Uganda, hosted an interfaith Iftar event. The gathering included religious leaders, government officials, and dignitaries, who came together to break their fast and foster an atmosphere of tolerance and brotherhood in Uganda.
Dr. Rashid Yahaya Ssemddu, the Ugandan Ambassador to Sudan, expressed appreciation for Ambassador AlShamsi’s efforts, stating, “I want to thank my brother, His Excellency, Ambassador Abdalla Hassan AlShamsi, who has been here for this wonderful initiative, which brings together the followers of different religions in our country.” He noted Uganda’s unique ability to coexist peacefully despite diverse religious backgrounds.
Dr. Ssemddu acknowledged the UAE’s continued generosity, recalling, “Last year, I witnessed the generosity where His Excellency and the government of the United Arab Emirates gave out more than 10,000 packages to the needy people… I’ve been assured that this practice is going to continue even this year.”
The event also emphasized the strengthening relationship between Uganda and the UAE, as Hon. Henry Okello Oryem, Uganda’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, highlighted developments in this partnership. He stated, “Our relationship with the UAE has developed from strength to strength. The UAE today is the biggest foreign inward investor in Uganda,” along with ambitious future projects including a major international airport and a nuclear power plant.
Bishop Jackson Matovu of the Central Buganda diocese emphasized the spiritual significance of the gathering, sharing, “Amazingly, this Ramadan coincided with our Lent season… we want to thank God who has united us and used the ambassador to invite us to be together this evening.”
The interfaith Iftar reinforced the importance of dialogue and collaboration across religious and cultural divides. Ambassador AlShamsi’s initiative celebrated Ramadan while also highlighting Uganda’s dedication to social cohesion and peaceful coexistence, leaving participants with a powerful impression of unity and mutual respect.
The interfaith Iftar hosted by H.E. Abdalla Hassan AlShamsi demonstrated a profound commitment to fostering unity and tolerance among diverse religious communities within Uganda. Through expressions of gratitude from notable figures and discussions of the Uganda-UAE partnership, this event not only celebrated Ramadan but also reinforced Uganda’s values of social cohesion and respect among its people. Such initiatives are essential in promoting peaceful coexistence and strengthening interfaith relations.
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