{"id":115871,"date":"2025-06-01T07:03:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-01T07:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/index.php\/2025\/06\/01\/slovenia-vows-joint-efforts-with-kenya-to-advance-multilateralism\/"},"modified":"2025-06-01T07:03:00","modified_gmt":"2025-06-01T07:03:00","slug":"slovenia-vows-joint-efforts-with-kenya-to-advance-multilateralism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chezaspin.com\/blog\/slovenia-vows-joint-efforts-with-kenya-to-advance-multilateralism\/","title":{"rendered":"Slovenia vows joint efforts with Kenya to advance multilateralism"},"content":{"rendered":"

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 1 \u2014 Slovenian President Nata\u0161a Pirc Musar has vowed to join hands with Kenya in efforts to strengthen multilateralism hailing Kenya\u2019s leadership in the global stage. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Musar made the commitment as she started her historic three-day State Visit to Kenya on Saturday.<\/p>\n

Addressing the media at State House, Nairobi, President Musar emphasized the shared values between Slovenia and Kenya, particularly a firm belief in the role of the United Nations, international law, and open dialogue in solving today\u2019s global challenges. <\/p>\n

Her visit, which coincides with Madaraka Day celebrations, is her first official in Africa since assuming office.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m more than happy to be here because of one important thing: both President Ruto and I believe deeply in multilateralism,\u201d she said. <\/p>\n

\u201cWe must work together, especially within the UN system, to address crises from Europe to the Middle East and Africa, including the war in Ukraine and the humanitarian situation in Gaza.\u201d<\/p>\n

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She said Slovenia and Kenya will continue working together in global forums such as the United Nations General Assembly, set to convene in New York in September.<\/p>\n

The Slovenian leader also noted plans for cooperation at COP30 in Brazil, where climate change and environmental sustainability will take center stage.<\/p>\n

\u2018Gift to the entire planet\u2019<\/h2>\n

President Pirc Musar praised Kenya\u2019s ambitious reforestation program aiming to plant 15 billion trees, calling it \u201ca gift not just to Kenya but to the entire planet.\u201d <\/p>\n

She also commended the ongoing collaboration in space technology, citing the Space-SI satellite project that enables real-time environmental monitoring, including flood prediction and river tracking.<\/p>\n

The Slovenian Head of State expressed optimism about deepening economic, technological, and environmental cooperation, particularly in artificial intelligence, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and water management. <\/p>\n

She noted that Slovenian companies are already exploring ways to enhance water efficiency in Kenya and said both nations could benefit from shared expertise in innovation.<\/p>\n

\u201cInnovation is always the door to progress. Kenyan people are innovative, and Slovenian people are innovative,\u201d she said. \u201cLet\u2019s see what we can achieve together.\u201d<\/p>\n

Madaraka Day guest<\/h2>\n

President Musar also expressed gratitude for the invitation to speak at the Madaraka Day celebrations in Homa Bay on Sunday, a gesture she said she had not expected but felt deeply honored by.<\/p>\n

\u201cI will try to reveal the soul of the Slovenian people to your people tomorrow,\u201d she said. \u201cI am looking forward to spending three marvelous days in Kenya.\u201d<\/p>\n

President Ruto welcomed Slovenia\u2019s commitment describing the visit as a milestone in deepening bilateral ties, particularly in championing global cooperation, sustainable development, and technological innovation.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe acknowledged that the multilateral system must evolve to ensure greater equity, inclusivity, and accountability,\u201d Ruto said. <\/p>\n

Ruto repeated his call for reforms at the United Nations and the recalibration of the global finace architecture to promote equity in the community of nations.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe reaffirmed the importance of Africa having permanent representation in the Security Council and discussed the need for a more inclusive and responsive international financial system,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

President Musar extended an invitation to President Ruto to visit Slovenia, adding that the spirit of friendship between the two nations will continue to grow stronger.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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