President Ruto headed to China for 3-day forum
By Mary Ouko, October 14, 2023
President William Ruto is headed to China for a three-day official visit.
In a statement sent to newsrooms, State House spokesperson Hussein Mohammed noted that the official trip will focus on the bilateral relations between Kenya and China and highlight Kenya’s active participation in the 3rd Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
The president is expected to hold bilateral talks with President Xi Jinping and other world leaders in Beijing to discuss matters of mutual benefit and cooperation.
During his visit, Ruto will deliver a keynote address headlined ‘Digital Economy as a New Source of Growth’ highlighting Kenya’s advancements in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and innovation.
“President William Ruto departs this evening for the People’s Republic of China for a 3-day official visit that will underscore the robust bilateral relations between Kenya and China, and highlight Kenya’s active participation in the 3rd Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
“The 3rd Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) Forum will convene world leaders in Beijing for talks on cooperation and partnership, emphasising infrastructure development and enhanced connectivity across continents and peoples,” the statement reads in parts.
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— Hussein Mohamed, MBS. (@HusseinMohamedg) October 14, 2023
Ruto will also participate in a roundtable to emphasize Kenya’s standing as an investment hub for Chinese companies.