William Ruto Set to Fly Out to the US Days after Germany Trip: “Significant Forum”

• President William Ruto is set to attend the 79th UN General Assembly in New York, focusing on global governance, sustainable development, and climate action
• Ruto will participate in high-level discussions on the digital economy, emphasizing inclusivity in emerging technologies like AI and data governance
• The president plans to strengthen Kenya’s international partnerships in trade, investment, and diplomacy through bilateral meetings with world leaders.
• Ruto will advocate for greater African representation in global institutions, including the UN Security Council and the IMF

Didacus Malowa, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.

Nairobi – President William Ruto is poised to fly out of the country again.

President William Ruto will attend the 79th UNGA in New York, US. Photo: William Ruto.
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The head of state’s latest trip out of the country comes a week after he returned to the country from Germany.

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In a communique on Friday, September 20, State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed stated Ruto would be attending the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.

Hussein stressed the magnitude of the UNGA meeting, adding that the focus would be on sustainable development, global governance, and climate action.

“President William Ruto is set to depart tonight for the United States to participate in the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. This high-level event is one of the most significant global forums, bringing together world leaders to address critical international issues, with a particular emphasis on sustainable development, global governance, and climate action,” read the statement in part.

What will Ruto focus on during UNGA

Hussein said Ruto would participate in high-level discussions on the digital economy, focusing on promoting inclusivity, particularly in emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data governance.

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Moreover, Ruto will hold bilateral meetings with world leaders and international organisations, seeking to strengthen Kenya’s partnerships in areas such as trade, investment, and diplomacy.

His agenda also includes enhancing the country’s leadership in climate action and exploring strategic collaborations in renewable energy and digital innovation.

Ruto will also push for greater African representation in global institutions, including the UN Security Council and the International Monetary Fund.

“The President’s agenda is focused on ensuring that Africa’s interests are not only heard but also acted upon in shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable world order,” he stated.

Source: TUKO.co.ke

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