Global concerns such as geopolitical tensions, humanitarian crises, and the destructive impacts of climate change have gained widespread recognition. During an interview at the recently concluded Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit in Kampala, President Dr. Mokgweetsi Masisi highlighted Botswana's dedication to addressing these challenges through collaborative efforts.

President Masisi called for increased solidarity and a unified coalition focused on peace and peace-building. He emphasized the necessity for global cooperation on climate change matters, including the fulfillment of promises of assistance and reparations by developed nations.

Reiterating Botswana's commitment to the principles of NAM, President Masisi expressed optimism about positive outcomes due to the substantial representation of world leaders at the summit. He stated, "We still stand by the principles of NAM. We stand by our virtues as a member of the organization. I expect from this NAM to bring about a better world because an overwhelming majority of world leaders are here."

Uganda's President, General Yoweri Museveni, who assumed the rotating chairmanship of the summit, urged member states to prioritize the needs of developing countries and leverage their collective strength to influence positions at international platforms like the United Nations. He highlighted NAM as a necessary antidote to the world's irrational polarization between capitalist Western countries and predominantly Eastern communist countries.

Museveni stressed NAM's focus on addressing common human problems, fostering prosperity through trade, advancing science and technology to tackle human issues, addressing environmental concerns, and combating crime and terrorism.

Mr. Dennis Francis, the President of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), urged NAM members to use the NAM formula to achieve global objectives and renewed calls for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. He emphasized that negotiating a political solution is the best way forward and expressed support for any initiative promoting peace. The summit concluded with the adoption of outcomes from the four-day deliberations by senior officials and ministers, signaling a collective commitment to addressing urgent global issues.