DAR ES SALAAM, March 14 -- TANZANIA and Uganda have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) covering several areas of cooperation, including the development of the Isaka–Lusahunga–Murongo/ Kikagati–Mpondwe Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), aimed at enhancing regional connectivity and boosting trade between the two countries.

The two nations also agreed to strengthen collaboration in trade, cross-border commerce, taxation and improving the overall business environment.

In addition, they resolved a key issue surrounding the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project, agreeing that the pipeline should proceed without delay following discussions on landrelated concerns.

The agreements were reached yesterday during the...