Norway has closed its embassy in Uganda due to ongoing structural reforms within the Norwegian Foreign Service.
The Norwegian Embassy in Kampala confirmed the closure on Friday in a brief ceremony that included lowering its flag to symbolize the end of its physical presence in Uganda.
“It is with mixed emotions that we lower the Norwegian flag for the last time. The Embassy is now closed, but Norway remains engaged in Uganda,” the Norwegian Embassy stated.
It is with mixed emotions as we lower the Norwegian flag 🇳🇴for the last time. The Embassy is now closed but Norway remains engaged in Uganda.#Farewell #NorwayLovesUganda 🇺🇬🤝🇳🇴 pic.twitter.com/xMPsuv2Eqh
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As part of the reform process, Norway disclosed that it is changing its diplomatic presence abroad by scaling up in some locations and reducing in others.
The Norwegian Embassy said future cooperation with Kampala will be managed by the Norwegian development agency, Norad, and another mission in the region, which is yet to be determined.
Additionally, Norway indicated that support will continue through Norwegian and international NGOs, the UN, and other multilateral channels.
The Norwegian Embassy in Kampala also represented Norway in Rwanda and Burundi.
The closure follows Oslo’s decision to close five other Norwegian missions in July 2023.
