Uganda’s Defence Attachés and Advisors accredited to missions abroad have convened for a retreat aimed at strengthening coordination, professionalism and strategic engagement in their diplomatic roles. Opening the retreat, the Chief of Joint Staff, Lt Gen Jack Bakasumba, emphasised their mandate in advancing Uganda’s interests abroad. “Your major role shall be to present and protect Uganda’s strategic interests by working closely with ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions. You are required to uphold professionalism and promote coordination.” The three-day retreat will feature engagements with key diplomatic stakeholders, including officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Uganda Tourism Board, among others.