Washington, D.C. — August 19, 2025
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call with Kenyan President William Ruto to commend Kenya’s leadership in efforts to restore peace and stability in Haiti. The conversation underscored Kenya’s growing role in global peacekeeping and reaffirmed the strategic partnership between the two nations.

Secretary Rubio and President Ruto also discussed expanding commercial ties, exploring new opportunities to deepen economic cooperation across sectors ranging from infrastructure to digital innovation.

The call reflects Washington’s support for Nairobi’s diplomatic and humanitarian initiatives, particularly in crisis regions where Kenya has taken a leading role.