President William Ruto’s four-day trip to Germany and Belgium commenced today in Berlin where he invited German businessmen to invest in Kenya’s micro, small and medium-sized enterprises.
The president said the two states had agreed on the approaches to bringing more German and international companies to Kenya. He later held talks with the Federal Association for Economic Development and Foreign Trade (BWA) led by its Chairman Michael Schumann.
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“We agreed on the approaches to bringing more German and international companies to Kenya,” Ruto said.
The president’s tour will centre on renewable energy, green industrialization and trade, as revealed by State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed.
The head of state is expected to deliver a keynote address at the Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue, outlining the challenges of energy security amidst the worsening climate crisis and the push for renewable energy investments in Kenya and Africa.
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In Berlin, president Ruto will also explore a partnership with Germany on the youth agenda, specifically in vocational education and training.
In Belgium, President Ruto will look at key areas of partnership that will enhance food security and economic stability in the country.
In addition, the President will engage with the leadership of the European Union, including, Charles Michel, President of the European Union Council and HE Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission.
“The President will also discuss ways to deepen the partnership between Kenya and the European Union, under the three key pillars of Peace, Security and Stability; Sustainable and Inclusive Development; and, Economy, Trade and Investment,” Hussein said.
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