NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 6 \u2013 President William Ruto on Thursday held a telephone conversation with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, during which the two leaders discussed efforts to end ongoing conflicts across Africa and strengthen Kenya\u2013Germany bilateral cooperation, particularly in labour mobility and skills exchange.<\/p>\n
According to a statement from State House, the discussion focused on regional peace and security, with both leaders expressing concern over persistent instability in parts of the Horn of Africa, Sudan, and the Great Lakes region.<\/p>\n
President Ruto and Chancellor Merz emphasized the need for African-led solutions, continued diplomatic engagement, and stronger international partnerships to restore peace and stability on the continent.<\/p>\n
\u201cKenya remains committed to working with Germany and other partners to promote peace, democracy, and sustainable development across Africa,\u201d President Ruto said.<\/p>\n
The leaders also reviewed progress on the Kenya\u2013Germany Bilateral Labour Agreement, which aims to expand opportunities for skilled Kenyan workers in various sectors of the German economy.<\/p>\n
President Ruto noted that the partnership aligns with his administration\u2019s labour mobility strategy, designed to create employment opportunities abroad while strengthening bilateral ties.<\/p>\n
Chancellor Merz welcomed Kenya\u2019s efforts to train and certify skilled workers, saying Germany looked forward to \u201ca structured and mutually beneficial framework\u201d that supports both countries\u2019 economic needs.<\/p>\n
The two leaders further discussed green energy cooperation, vocational training, and investment opportunities, reaffirming their commitment to deepening Kenya\u2013Germany relations.<\/p>\n
The phone conversation comes ahead of the planned opening of the Qatari Visa Centre in Nairobi in 2026, part of Kenya\u2019s broader push to expand labour and economic partnerships with international allies.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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