The United States Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau has praised the Kenyan Police Service for its role in the Haiti security mission, saying Kenyan officers have been the backbone of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission and played a key role in preventing criminal gangs from taking over the Caribbean nation.

In a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, January 29, 2026, following a visit to the National Police College in Kiganjo, Nyeri County, Landau commended the dedication of Kenyan police officers who have served in Haiti over the past two years. He said the mission has significantly contributed to global security and strengthened cooperation between the United States and Kenya.

“One of the main reasons I wanted to visit Kenya was to personally thank the police officers who have served in Haiti over the past two years,” Landau said. “I was delighted to visit the National Police College, along with Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and National Security Advisor Monica Juma, to recognise and honour those officers who served in Haiti, including three who did not return. Our countries — and the world — are safer as a result of U.S.–Kenya security cooperation in Haiti and elsewhere.”

Landau also praised the courage, professionalism and dedication of the Kenyan officers, saying Kenya’s swift response to Haiti’s security crisis demonstrated its leadership in international peace and stability. He described his engagement with the officers as the most important part of his visit to Kenya.

Speaking during the visit, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen welcomed Landau and reaffirmed the strong partnership between Kenya and the United States in promoting global peace and security. He thanked the U.S. government for its continued support in capacity building, specialised training and equipment for the National Police Service, which he said has significantly strengthened Kenya’s policing capabilities.

Landau is in Kenya for a two-day official visit, during which he is expected to hold discussions on bilateral and regional issues of mutual interest between Nairobi and Washington.