US President Joseph Biden on Tuesday, October 3, had a telephone call with President William Ruto to thank the latter for Kenya's decision to send police officers to Haiti.
"They welcomed the successful vote at the United Nations Security Council yesterday authorizing the MSS to bring relief to the people of Haiti, who have suffered for far too long at the hands of violent criminals," part of the statement by White House read.
President Biden also congratulated President Ruto for hosting the recently concluded Africa Climate Summit and expressed appreciation for the U.S.-Kenya strategic partnership.
"Together, they discussed additional opportunities to promote regional security and mutual prosperity by spurring new investments, jobs, and sustainable growth," part of the statement by White House read.
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On his part, President Ruto said, "We will continue to engage on regional security, conflict resolution, and the fight against terrorism to ensure the Horn of Africa has the room to focus on social and economic advancement."
The Head of State also discussed that they are finalising a strategic trade and investment partnership that would see trade increase between both countries.
"The relations between Kenya and the United States are focused on the expansion of our shared prosperity. We are expediting the finalisation of a Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership (STIP) agreement, which will anchor increased trade, boost manufacturing, create jobs and spur investment between our nations. We are particularly keen on partnerships in infrastructure, renewable energy, green manufacturing and empowering Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), a key engine in our economic growth," President Ruto stated.
