Ruto told ambassadors and envoys that Kenya must use its current economic gains to position itself more effectively on the global stage and attract partnerships that deliver tangible outcomes for citizens. He said the country’s recent economic performance reflects deliberate policy choices made over the past three years. The President said more than 300 multinational corporations are currently operating in Kenya, describing this as evidence that investors are backing the country’s economic direction. Ruto further said targeted initiatives have created jobs for more than 1.8 million Kenyans, including through overseas employment programmes. On foreign policy, Ruto said Kenya will pursue what he described as a principled and pragmatic approach, while remaining committed to multilateralism and advocating reforms to global institutions.

Source: The Star March 29, 2026 01:23 UTC