The two leaders analyzed the option of transitioning the mission into a United Nations Peacekeeping operation to enhance the capability of the mission to help stabilise Haiti.
“Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Kenyan President William Ruto on November 7 to thank him for Kenya’s continued leadership of the Multinational Security Support mission to Haiti as it works with its Haitian counterparts to restore peace and security to the Haitian people,”part of the statement from the US Department of State read in parts.
The two leaders also spoke about the Tumaini Peace Initiative and the coordinating efforts to press for expanded humanitarian access, stop the fighting, and establish a process to restore civilian governance.
“The Secretary and President discussed the Tumaini Peace Initiative, and the Secretary emphasized that South Sudanese leaders must take full advantage of these talks in Nairobi in the interest of creating a sustainable peace in South Sudan, they discussed coordinating efforts to press for expanded humanitarian access, stop the fighting, and establish a process to restore civilian governance,” the statement added.
Further, Blinken urged Ruto to continue engaging the Kenyan public, youths and civil society on policy matters following the Gen Z protests witnessed in June this year.
He also stressed the importance of accountability for security agencies reportedly involved in protest violence and ongoing abductions.
In addition, Blinken reaffirmed America’s support for Kenya’s inclusive and democratic future.
“The Secretary also reiterated the need for continued engagement with the Kenyan public, youth, and civil society following the June-August protests and underscored the importance of full accountability for security forces reportedly involved in protest violence and ongoing abductions.
“The Secretary reaffirmed the close and enduring connection between the peoples of our two nations and reiterated our support for Kenya’s inclusive and democratic future,” the statement from the US Department of State added.
