President Uhuru Kenyatta on Wednesday received incoming Algerian Ambassador to Kenya Selma Malika Haddadi at State House, Nairobi.
During the event, Algeria vowed to support Kenya’s bid for a seat at the United Nations Security Council.
Haddadi assured the Kenyan government that her mother country is ready to support Kenya in various areas including a bid for the seat.
“Algeria today became the latest African country to declare its support for Kenya’s candidature for the non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council in the election slated for June next year. @ForeignOfficeKE,” State House said.
On his part, Uhuru welcomed the support of the Algerian government.
He promised to continue working with Algeria and other nations for the sake of the economic empowerment of the people.
He said that he will ensure the cordial ties between the two nations are strengthened.
“President Kenyatta said he looked forward to working closely with the new envoys to enhance the existing strong ties between Kenya and their respective countries. He also assured the envoys of his support so as to make their tour of duty in Kenya successful. @ForeignOfficeKE,” State House said in a tweet.
Uhuru also received credentials of Bangladesh High Commissioner Jahangir Kabir Talukder and High Commissioner Verna Mills from St Kitts and Nevis.
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