politics
March 17, 2026
Moscow talks give Russia-Kenya dialogue ‘new impetus’
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has held talks with his Kenyan counterpart, Musalia Mudavadi
TL;DR
- Russia and Kenya's top diplomats met in Moscow to improve political dialogue.
- Areas for cooperation discussed include trade, security, education, tourism, and humanitarian ties.
- The countries aim to deepen trade and economic relations.
- Discussions covered international issues, regional political developments, and the African Union's work.
- Cooperation in security and counterterrorism, as well as media ties, were considered.
- Russia is interested in a labor migration agreement with Kenya.
- Kenya sees potential for cooperation in education, energy, and agriculture.
- Bilateral trade is currently valued at $500-600 million and has growth potential.
- Kenya expressed interest in Russia's nuclear energy technology.
- Kenya attaches importance to the UN initiative against colonialism.
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