Kenyan President William Ruto and U.S. President Joe Biden shake hands during hold a joint press conference at the White House in Washington, U.S., May 23, 2024. REUTERS
Biden meets Kenya’s Ruto in Washington
U.S. President Joe Biden and Kenyan President William Ruto made key announcements on Thursday during Ruto’s three-day state visit.
Biden confirmed in a joint briefing at the White House that he is working with Congress to designate Kenya as the first major non-NATO ally in sub-Saharan Africa.
Additionally, Ruto highlighted an upcoming technology agreement between Microsoft and a Kenyan company, emphasizing advancements in areas like artificial intelligence.
Ruto’s state visit is the first by an African president since 2008.
