Kenya and Norway have signed new agreements to strengthen cooperation in peace mediation, climate action and sustainable development.

According to a statement by President William Ruto on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, the agreement follows high-level talks between Ruto and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

The two leaders also reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral ties in trade, investment, renewable energy and regional peace efforts.

“We witnessed the signing of agreements to strengthen cooperation in peace mediation and conflict resolution, and to advance collaboration in carbon markets and climate action through market-based approaches that support sustainable development and green growth, ” Ruto stated.

Expanding cooperation

President Ruto said Kenya and Norway enjoy strong and enduring relations built on shared values, mutual respect and a common commitment to peace, sustainable development and inclusive prosperity.

The president said discussions with the Norwegian leader focused on expanding cooperation in key sectors, including trade and investment, renewable energy, climate action, and regional peace and security.

“Met with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and discussed ways to further deepen bilateral cooperation in trade and investment, renewable energy and climate action, and regional peace and security.”

“Our partnership continues to be anchored on mutual benefit and a shared ambition to create opportunities for our people and economies,” Ruto stated.

New shipping route

According to Ruto, the two countries are also examining the possibility of opening new shipping routes to enhance trade and strengthen supply chain resilience between Kenya and Norway.

He said the proposed cooperation will also seek to improve connectivity between the ports of Mombasa and Lamu and Norwegian ports while supporting efforts to expand Kenya’s shipbuilding capacity.

Ruto said discussions further centred on opportunities in the blue economy and fisheries sector, as well as collaboration on green shipping, ocean sustainability and decarbonisation.

“We are also exploring new shipping routes to boost trade, strengthen supply chain resilience, enhance connectivity between the ports of Mombasa and Lamu and Norwegian ports, and expand our shipbuilding capacity,” Ruto stated.

Ruto further welcomed a commitment by Wilhelmsen Ship Management and other Norwegian shipping companies to employ 1,000 Kenyan seafarers by 2030.