Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kenyan President William Ruto vowed to deepen the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between their nations.
Building on the success of flagship projects like the Mombasa-Nairobi Railway, the leaders outlined a shared vision for enhanced cooperation across various sectors, signaling a new chapter in China-Kenya relations.
The meeting between President Xi Jinping and President William Ruto at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing marks a pivotal moment in China-Kenya relations. Both leaders underscored the importance of their countries’ collaboration in driving regional development, particularly through the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
President Xi emphasized that China and Kenya have consistently been at the forefront of BRI cooperation, with completed projects such as the Mombasa-Nairobi Railway serving as a testament to their successful partnership.
Xi Jinping outlined a blueprint for the future, proposing that China and Kenya become “three types of partners”: sincere partners of mutual trust, cooperative partners of mutual benefit, and strategic partners in upholding fairness and justice. This partnership aims to closely align the BRI with Kenya’s Vision 2030, transforming Kenya into an East African connectivity hub and industrial belt.
President Ruto expressed gratitude for China’s continued support and highlighted the transformative impact of infrastructure projects on Kenya’s economy. He welcomed further Chinese investment, particularly in sectors like new energy, digital economy, and youth empowerment, which are vital for Kenya’s ongoing development.
This meeting, occurring against the backdrop of the FOCAC Summit, reflects a broader strategy to elevate China-Kenya ties to new heights, with both nations committed to fostering mutual growth and regional stability through their strategic partnership.
