Recalibrating Kenya’s global ties in changing world order

In less than a year, President William Ruto will visit China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping. This visit comes at a time when Nairobi is keen on pursuing long-term national interests that ensure Kenya's sustained well-being.

President Ruto is the only African leader granted a State visit to China this year—an indication of the high regard Beijing holds for Nairobi, especially amid a rapidly shifting global landscape.