Ruto: Why My State Visit to China Is Crucial for Kenya’s Growth and Partnerships

Kenyan President William Ruto is in China for a state visit at the invitation of President Xi Jinping, where the two leaders agreed to elevate bilateral ties to a "China-Kenya community with a shared future for the new era." Xi described the move as a strategic choice reflecting global and historical trends, adding that China is ready to work with Kenya to set an example of all-weather China-Africa cooperation and promote solidarity among Global South nations.