Today, Parliament will debate and potentially pass a resolution on the Uganda Peoples Defense Forces’ deployment in South Sudan, which has already occurred. The discussion, led by Minister Jacob Oboth-Oboth, aligns with Uganda’s constitutional obligations and historical role in regional security, following a direct request for assistance from South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir.
On Thursday, the Parliament is set to debate and potentially endorse a resolution formalizing the deployment of the Uganda Peoples Defense Forces (UPDF) in South Sudan. This debate is a significant item on the agenda, following reports of the deployment having already taken place. The proposed motion emphasizes support for the UPDF’s presence in South Sudan under existing defense agreements between the two nations.
The Minister of Defense and Veterans Affairs, Jacob Oboth-Oboth, is expected to present the motion. Prior to this debate, Members of Parliament from the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) expressed their support for the UPDF deployment during a caucus meeting. Government Chief Whip, Denis Hamson Obua, communicated the NRM’s position to the press regarding the necessity of this military intervention.
Obua stated, “We the members of the NRM Parliamentary Caucus affirm that the deployment of the UPDF is in line with Uganda’s Constitution and the UPDF Act.” He further explained that the decision to support the deployment was integral to enforcing peace, protecting civilians, and mitigating further conflict.
Additionally, the NRM acknowledged Uganda’s historical involvement in promoting regional stability, aligning this deployment with the principles of Pan-Africanism and national security. Obua remarked on Uganda’s role in previous military interventions across Africa as vital to safeguarding lives and properties.
Furthermore, Obua highlighted that the South Sudan President, Salva Kiir, had made a direct request to President Yoweri Museveni for military support due to the recent conflict in South Sudan. This plea underscores the urgency of the situation and Uganda’s commitment to assist its neighbor during crises.
The upcoming parliamentary debate highlights the Uganda Peoples Defense Forces’ deployment in South Sudan as a critical initiative aimed at restoring stability and peace. The NRM’s endorsement reflects a commitment to constitutional duties and historical responsibilities towards regional security. Moreover, the appeal from South Sudan’s President emphasizes the pressing need for international military assistance in conflict-prone areas.
Original Source: chimpreports.com
