AUC Chair –President William Ruto has continued to campaign for Africa Union Commission AUC Candidate Raila Odinga.
In a series of statements and photos shared with the public today, President Ruto today Wednesday held bilateral talks with several African Heads of State and Government on the sidelines of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) summit in Beijing, China.
“Among other issues, they discussed Raila’s candidacy for the Chairperson of the AU Commission. President Ruto also emphasised Kenya’s commitment to enhancing trade through the African Continental Free Trade Area and called for Pan-African unity to address shared goals, such as the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and UN reforms,” statement from his communication team read in part.
With Zambia President Hakainde Hichilema, Ruto said Kenya has a rich history with Zambia that dates back many decades. That the ties have brought immense benefits to both sides.
“We will continue to enhance our collaboration in trade, agriculture and ICT as members of COMESA,” remarked President Ruto.
He also met Chad President Mahamat Idriss with whom they deliberated on many things including next Africa leadership and elections.
He noted that Kenya and Chad are exploring areas of cooperation to enhance their diplomatic relations in areas of mutual interest, including trade, regional security etc.
Dr. Ruto and Raila Odinga flew to China days ago where he has also sealed a number of multimillion deals with the Chinese government.
