Uganda, Nov. 14 -- The European Union is deepening its commitment to the Great Lakes Region with Uganda playing a central role as a key partner. The stakes are high. Instability, insecurity and violent conflict has had devastating consequences in Uganda's near neighbourhood.

Armed insurgencies and violent terror movements like the ADF cause untold suffering and displacement within communities. In its consistent efforts to promote stability, regional economic integration and cooperation, Uganda shows through action that another future is possible.

My visit to Kampala as the EU's newly appointed Special Representative for the Great Lakes Region made it possible for me to engage directly with the Government of Uganda and Ugandan civil soci...