U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken Praises Kenya's Leadership and Discusses Economic Partnership

U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with President William Ruto on Thursday in New York, where he praised Kenya's leadership in the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti, which is garnering international recognition and respect. Blinken also commended President Ruto for Kenya's proactive efforts in promoting peace and security across Africa, despite regional challenges.

During the meeting, Blinken pledged the United States' support for Kenya's economic development programs and emphasized the importance of collaborating to enhance economic growth. He highlighted the shared values between the U.S. and Kenya, including President Ruto's commitment to fighting corruption and ensuring police accountability in response to recent protests. Additionally, Blinken acknowledged the U.S.'s ongoing contributions to MSS operations and other peacekeeping initiatives across Africa, particularly in the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan.