Uganda is set to host the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Midterm Ministerial Review Meeting, slated for 13th to 16th October 2025 at the Speke Resort Munyonyo.
Under the theme “Deepening Cooperation for Shared Global Affluence,” the meeting will bring together Ministers of Foreign Affairs from NAM Member States, representatives of Observer Countries and Observer Organizations, to follow-up on action points that were adopted by the heads of State during the NAM conference held early 2024. Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni is the current NAM Chairman.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs has since assured Ugandans that Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) are working together to ensure a successful conference.
Among the issues to be debated include NAM’s relevance amid rising geopolitical tensions, with a focus on safeguarding peace, security, human rights, and the rule of law; the centrality of the Palestine issue, reaffirming NAM’s historical positions in defense of international humanitarian law and relevant UN resolutions.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza, including the staggering civilian casualties and displacement, with calls for urgent relief efforts and support to UNRWA; full implementation of the UN General Assembly Resolution ES-10/27 (June 12, 2025), urging the end of the Gaza blockade, opening of borders, and facilitation of humanitarian aid — while supporting Egypt and Qatar’s ceasefire initiatives.
Also , on the agenda are discussions on the global poverty eradication, as part of the UN 2030 Agenda, with renewed commitment to the Addis Ababa Action Agenda, the Sevilla Commitment, and SDG 17; reform of global governance, including the United Nations and international financial institutions, to reflect current realities and amplify the voices of the Global South.
“Regional and sub-regional cooperation to promote industrialization, trade, investment, technology transfer, and employment creation; Preparations for the XX NAM Summit in Uzbekistan, with emphasis on coordinated responses to regional security and socio-economic challenges, recognition of President Yoweri Museveni’s leadership of the Movement and his role in steering NAM’s vision for equitable global cooperation and reaffirmation of the right to self-determination for peoples under foreign occupation or colonial domination,” officials stated .
Delegates will further tackle the issue of strengthening UN-centered multilateralism, with a call to enhance the UN’s democratic, intergovernmental character and responsiveness to developing nations’ needs.
The Government has assured the public and stakeholders that logistical and security arrangements are well underway. Controlled access measures will be enforced in and around the Munyonyo area during the conference period to facilitate smooth movement of delegates and ensure safety.
Authorities have appealed to the public for cooperation, particularly regarding traffic diversions and temporary restrictions in the conference vicinity.
“Uganda is once again proud to provide a platform for meaningful dialogue among developing nations,” a Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson said. “This meeting reaffirms our country’s pivotal role in championing multilateralism, peace, and development within the Global South.”
The Non-Aligned Movement, established in 1961, remains the world’s largest coalition of states outside formal military or political blocs, comprising 120 Member States. Uganda assumed the Chairmanship of NAM in 2024 under the leadership of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, marking a new chapter in global South-South cooperation.
The Midterm Ministerial Review at Munyonyo is expected to produce key outcome documents that will guide NAM’s agenda ahead of the next Summit in Uzbekistan.
