President William Ruto held bilateral talks with Estonia President Alar Karis on Monday, September 22, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.The discussions focused on deepening longstanding cordial relations between Kenya and Estonia, exploring mutually beneficial areas of cooperation, and identifying new opportunities to strengthen bilateral ties.
During the meeting, President Ruto emphasized the potential of digital transformation as a driver of Kenya’s digital economy.
He highlighted the importance of creating opportunities for young people through technology, innovation, and knowledge exchange.
Both leaders expressed a shared commitment to fostering collaboration in digital governance, e-commerce, and innovation hubs, which are expected to benefit enterprises and youth in both countries.
In addition to economic discussions, the two presidents explored ways to work together on the multilateral stage.
They underscored the importance of advocating for meaningful reforms within the United Nations system to make it more effective, representative, and responsive to the needs of member states.
President Ruto noted that Kenya and Estonia’s partnership could serve as a model for small and medium-sized economies working collaboratively to influence global governance.The meeting also reinforced the broader diplomatic relations between Kenya and Estonia, which have historically been built on mutual respect and shared interests in trade, technology, and governance.
Both leaders expressed optimism about the future trajectory of cooperation, with an emphasis on youth empowerment, innovation, and sustainable economic development.
As the UN General Assembly continues, Kenya’s engagement with Estonia highlights the country’s commitment to building strategic international partnerships.
The bilateral talks demonstrate the importance of leveraging diplomacy to enhance economic growth, technological advancement, and global influence for Kenya, while also supporting collaborative solutions to shared international challenges.
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