Amid raging debate about rampant foreign trips by president William Ruto against the backdrop of struggling economy and weakening shilling against the US Dollar and other regional currencies, president Ruto will this evening depart for Germany and France for official visit.
And at the end of this month, the president will also attend the upcoming COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
COP28 is a pivotal moment for countries to align their efforts in addressing climate change.
In Berlin, Germany, Ruto will join other leaders at the Compact with Africa (CwA) high-level conference initiated by Germany during its tenure as Chair of G20.
“The President will showcase Kenya as a leading investment destination in the region, make a case for strengthening economic ties between the EU and the East African Community, advance discussions on Labor Mobility with Germany, and consolidate Germany-Kenya cooperation on Green Energy initiatives, including in the production of green hydrogen and rehabilitation of Olkaria geothermal fields and grid stabilisation.” State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed said.
In Strasbourg, France, the Head of State will address the EU Parliament, the 705-member-strong legislative and policy organ of the European Union, where he will emphasise Kenya’s role as the peace and democracy anchor of the region.
He will also expound on the Kenya’s vision on Climate action in light of the African leaders Nairobi Declaration on Climate Change, and elaborate on the economic impact of deepening trade relations between Kenya and the EU.
Additionally, Ruto will hold a bilateral meeting with Roberta Metsola, president of the EU Parliament. The President will also meet President Emmanuel Macron to discuss the implementation of vital infrastructural projects.