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German-Uganda relations have existed since 1962 and are described by the Foreign Office as "positive". Uganda is one of the priority countries of German development aid and more than 100 associations and initiatives from Germany support humanitarian projects in Uganda. [1]
On February 27, 1890, the Uganda Treaty between the German colonialist Carl Peters and the King (Kabaka) Mwanga II of Buganda was signed. The treaty was to expand German East Africa to areas north of Lake Victoria. However, with the later Helgoland-Zanzibar Treaty, the Uganda Treaty lost its importance and Uganda became the British Protectorate of Uganda. [2]
In 1962, the Federal Republic of Germany (FRG) and Uganda, which had become independent, established diplomatic relations. Heinz Wersdörfer became the first ambassador of the FRG in Uganda. Two years later, the first projects in the bilateral development partnership were started. In 1973, diplomatic relations were established with the German Democratic Republic (GDR) by Uganda. [1]
In 1976, the Entebbe International Airport became the scene of Operation Entebbe, in which an Israeli commando freed hostages from the hands of Palestinian and German hijackers. The Ugandan dictator at the time Idi Amin had supported the kidnappers, which put a strain on relations with the West. [3]
In 2000 the Deutsch-Ugandische Gesellschaft e.V. was founded in Heilbronn. In 2007 the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development declared Uganda a priority country for German development aid. [2]
The bilateral trade volume was 231 million euros in 2021. [4] Uganda exports raw materials and agricultural products such as coffee, gold, tea and fish to Germany. In return, the country imports industrial and chemical products from Germany. [1]
Germany is a major donor of development aid to Uganda. The focus of German development aid is in the areas of renewable energies and energy efficiency, promotion of civil society and agriculture and rural development, including the protection of the country's water resources. In addition, the Federal Republic of Germany provides humanitarian aid for refugees in Uganda. [1] [5]
In Uganda there is a Goethe-Zentrum to promote German culture and language. The German Academic Exchange Service is also active in the country. The German language is taught at 14 schools. [1]
The German singer Deena (real name Sabrina Herr) became a pop star in Uganda. [6]
Germany–Morocco relations date back to the 19th century. The German Foreign Office describes Morocco as a "central partner of the European Union and Germany in North Africa," and Germany is an important trading partner for Morocco. In the past, however, relations have not always been entirely free of tension.
Germany–Niger relations focus primarily on cooperation in development, security, and migration policy. Since 2016, bilateral relations have been significantly intensified, with several state visits at the highest level.
Germany–Ghana relations are good and Ghana is one of the priority countries for German development aid. Official diplomatic relations between the two countries were established in the 1950s, but contacts between the two societies go back much further and can be traced back to the 17th century.
Germany–Somalia relations have intensified since 2012 after the political and security situation in Somalia improved, according to information from the German Foreign Office. Germany has not had an ambassador to Somalia since 1989, and the German Ambassador in Nairobi is responsible for relations with Somalia instead.
Democratic Republic of the Congo–Germany relations are primarily characterized by the development aid that Germany provides in the DR Congo. Germany is one of the most important donor countries to the DR Congo.
Germany–Senegal relations are the bilateral relations between Germany and Senegal. The relations are described by the German Foreign Office as "friendly." The two countries share a close partnership in development cooperation, and numerous cultural ties exist between the two countries.
Germany–Rwanda relations are good and there is a "close and pragmatic" relationship between the two countries, according to the German Foreign Office. In the 21st century, Germany is one of the most important donors of development aid to Rwanda.
Germany–Tanzania relations are the bilateral relations between Germany and Tanzania. From 1885 to 1918, Tanzania was a German colony as part of German East Africa. In the 21st century, relations are primarily characterized by the joint development cooperation.
Germany–Sudan relations are the current and historical relations between Germany and Sudan. The Federal Republic of Germany was the first country to recognize Sudan diplomatically in 1956. Due to its mediating position in the various armed conflicts in the country, Germany is a trusted partner for Sudan.
Germany–South Sudan relations have existed since the independence of South Sudan in 2011. In the context of the civil war in South Sudan, the Federal Republic of Germany became an important donor of humanitarian aid to South Sudan.
Germany–Mali relations gained depth and intensity in the 2010s as the German government stepped up its efforts to stabilize the Sahel region, and there were an increasing number of bilateral state visits. Germany is also increasingly engaged in security policy in Mali.
Germany–Togo relations are shaped by the shared past of both countries. From 1884 to 1914, Togo was a colony of Germany under the name of Togoland.
Germany–Mauritania relations are described as "good" by the German Foreign Office, and Germany provides development aid to Mauritania. However, state visits at the bilateral level are rare.
Germany–Lebanon relations are "traditionally friendly" and "very close", according to the German Foreign Office. For Lebanon, Germany is one of the most important donor countries for the care of the numerous refugees in the country. Among the Arabs in Germany, the Lebanese are among the largest groups with almost 160,000 members (2021).
Germany–Madagascar relations are "traditionally friendly", according to the German Foreign Office. Diplomatic contacts have been maintained between the two countries since the 19th century. In the 21st century, relations between the two countries are predominantly characterized by development cooperation.
The quality of Germany–Guinea relations has been subject to some fluctuations since bilateral relations were established in 1958. Due to its long history of cooperation in development policy, the Federal Republic of Germany enjoys a good reputation among the Guinean public.
Germany–Yemen relations have existed since the 1960s. During the civil war in Yemen, the Federal Republic of Germany provided humanitarian aid to the country.
Ecuador–Germany relations have existed since 1922, and in the 21st century they focus on development cooperation, environmental policy, trade and investment and education.
Bahrain–Germany relations have existed since 1972 and are described as "good" by the German Foreign Office. Germany enjoys a good reputation in the country of Bahrain, and the German economy in particular is highly regarded.
Germany–Laos relations have existed on the bilateral level since the late 1950s.
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