As part of the move to tackle issues relating to oil exploration and production in Uganda, the country is set to hold its 2nd Uganda International Oil and Gas Summit (UIOGS) on the 22nd and 23rd of November 2016 at Kampala Serena, Uganda.

The summit which is being hosted by the Ministry of Energy & Mineral Development under the auspices of Honourable Minister, Irene Muloni, is a timely meeting for senior policy makers, global investors, oil and gas companies, lawyers, consultants and other stakeholders to find out more about the state of exploration and production in Uganda as it is now and what challenges and opportunities lie ahead.

 In a press statement issued by the summit producer, Ashley Williams, the summit will discuss and debate the future of oil and gas exploration and production in the country. She explains that “the 2nd Uganda International Oil & Gas Summit provides an excellent opportunity for professionals from across all aspects of the oil and gas value chain to share experiences with their colleagues and build fruitful relationships with stakeholders. We look forward to the participation of all partners, suppliers and customers from throughout Uganda and the East Africa region in support of our endeavours.”

According to the statement, the welcome address and the keynote address will be delivered by the President of Uganda, His Excellency, Yoweri K. Museveni. The summit will also feature presentations from oil and gas industry leaders and experts in their fields from across the world. Other participants at the summit include; major oil operators in Uganda, CNOOC, Total and Tullow and Uganda’s National Oil Company.

The Summit will also be held alongside a special focus event hosted by the European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers who has selected Uganda to host its annual meeting given its pivotal position in the region.