Kenyan President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto are set to embark on a State Visit to the United States in May 2024, hosted by U.S. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden.
The visit, announced by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, aims to commemorate the 60th anniversary of U.S.-Kenya diplomatic relations and highlight the collaborative efforts benefiting both nations.
Ms. Jean-Pierre emphasized that the visit will reinforce the shared commitment to advancing peace, security, and economic ties, as well as promoting democratic values.
Discussions during the visit will cover various areas, including people-to-people connections, trade and investment, technological innovation, climate and clean energy, health, and security.
The statement underlines the importance of the visit in affirming the strategic partnership between the United States and Kenya, aligning with the vision outlined at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, emphasizing the crucial role of African leadership in addressing global priorities.
Notably, this visit will mark President Ruto’s inaugural State Visit to the United States.
