Her remarks concerned the future of Russian-African cooperation and the role of Russia in the world.
Jessica Alupo expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to speak from the Federation Council rostrum and noted that the warmth of the reception testifies to the friendship between Russia and Uganda.
The Vice President stated her belief that the Federation Council epitomised the unity of Russia and played a significant role in forming the modern Russian state.
According to Jessica Alupo, the two countries have been establishing a high level of cooperation in such areas as technology, education, trade, tourism, investment and cultural exchanges.
Vice President Jessica Alupo shared her views with the Russian legislators regarding the future of Russian-African cooperation and the role of the Russian Federation on the international stage.
Jessica Alupo emphasised that, thanks to such important organisations as BRICS, the Russian Federation and Africa will act in concert.
The Vice President of Uganda said that the time-tested friendship between Russia and Africa is based on mutual respect, trust and solidarity.
She expressed the hope that a partnership based on equality and mutual understanding would help Africa achieve the goals of sustainable development and added that Uganda was looking forward to the third Russia-Africa summit, and hoping for the continuation of harmonious relations with Russia.
The Vice President of the Republic of Uganda reaffirmed her country’s commitment to cooperation with the Russian Federation in resolving global challenges in the modern world.