Brussels Airlines is to sponsor the 30th Uganda North American Association Convention and Expo slated to run from August 31-September 2, 2018 in Seattle, United States, organisers say in a brief.
“UNAA welcomes Brussels Airlines as our proud sponsor of the 30th UNAA convention,” reads part of the brief.
The event will be held under the theme: Technology, Science and Innovation.
Delegates are expected to experience the latest in technological advancement, innovation and networking.
Organisers have planned a Boeing Group Tour where delegates will have an opportunity to view 747, 767, 777 and 787 Dreamliners being assembled on the production line before they take to the sky but delegates will also be admitted to the Aerospace Gallery there.
“You will be taken on a guided tour and provided the opportunity to dive into all things Microsoft. Explore the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Build a new world with Minecraft. Put your gaming skills to the test. Learn about our company journey from garage startup to global leader,” another statement says.
There will also be KARIBU NIGHT with guest DJs, youth entertainment and gospel night (Faith Revival). Muscians Dr. Jose Chameleon, Sheebah Karungi and others are expected to perform.
Trade and investment forum.
Delegates will hold discussions on trade with focus on identification of products Uganda can realistically export to the US besides coffee and products made in North America (other than heavy machinery, used clothes and such) for which a market can be found in Uganda. “Discussions will also include such ancillary aspects like AGOA, the challenges of transportation, import/export taxation, distribution,” a statement says.
They will also discuss investment opportunities in real estate, agriculture, manufacturing, tourism in Uganda. “Seattle being the home of Microsoft and other tech giants, there will be significant discussions about tech investment opportunities in Uganda,” the statement adds.
Local Banks-Housing Finance Bank and Post Bank will participate at the event as they exhibit their financial services and products.
UNAA is the largest non- political formal association of Ugandans in the Diaspora with the objective to promote the social, cultural and economic advancement of the Ugandan Community in North America.