President Ruto departs for Tanzania, Zimbabwe to enhance regional relations
After the Tanzania celebrations, he will embark on a two-day State Visit to Zimbabwe aimed at strengthening political, economic, and socio-cultural ties between the two nations.
President William Ruto on Thursday evening left the country for trips to Tanzania and Zimbabwe.
State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed in a statement said President Ruto will first head to Tanzania, where he will participate in celebrations marking the 60th anniversary of the union between mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar.
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"The President's involvement in this national celebration will highlight Kenya's strong bond, friendly relations, and unwavering support for the United Republic of Tanzania and its people," reads the statement.
After the celebrations, President Ruto will embark on a two-day State Visit to Zimbabwe aimed at strengthening political, economic, and socio-cultural ties between the two nations.
During his time in Zimbabwe, the Head of State will be the guest of honour at the 64th Zimbabwe International Trade Fair in Bulawayo.
As highlighted by the State House Spokesman, the President will use the event to emphasise the importance of such trade fairs and forums in driving economic growth, fostering industrial development, creating global connections, and generating employment opportunities.
This trip as explained by Hussein will strengthen the already strong bilateral ties between Kenya and Zimbabwe, upgrading the current Joint Permanent Commission for Cooperation to a Bi-National Commission at the Heads of State level.
Moreover, seven bilateral cooperation agreements are expected to be signed between the two nations.
"Additionally, seven bilateral cooperation agreements covering various sectors including health, defence, investment, education, transport, and public service capacity building will be signed during the visit," reads the statement.
Also, President Ruto is expected to meet with his counterpart, Emmerson Mnangagwa.
Ruto is expected to advocate for increased air connectivity between the two countries, in line with the spirit of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (ACFTA) and the Tripartite Alliance Free Trade Area.
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