US president Donald Trump applauds Kenya’s commitment in fight against Al-Shabaab terror group
US president Donald Trump on Tuesday evening applauded Kenya’s commitment in fight against Al-Shabaab terror group.
While calling President Uhuru Kenyatta at 6.15pm a call that lasted for 30 minutes, the two Heads of State talked about economic partnership between the US and Kenya, measures to curb terrorism in the East African region, bilateral relationship between the US and Kenya, among other issues.
“President Donald J. Trump spoke today with President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya to reaffirm the strong bilateral relationship between our two countries. The two leaders discussed our economic partnership and mutual dedication to overcoming terrorism and other regional security challenges through close cooperation.
“President Trump expressed appreciation for Kenya’s significant contributions to the African Union Mission in Somalia and recognized Kenyan troops’ sacrifices in the fight against al-Shabaab. The two leaders also discussed ways to boost bilateral trade and investment in Kenya and the broader East Africa region.”