President William Ruto is undertaking a 3-day state visit to Italy this week for high-level bilateral talks.

• The visit aims to strengthen Kenya-Italy cooperation in trade, investment, and strategic partnerships.
• Key figures involved include President Ruto, Italian President Sergio Mattarella, and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
• Discussions will focus on securing financing for priority projects, signing new Memoranda of Understanding, and accelerating existing agreements to benefit Kenyans.

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has announced a trade and investment-focused agenda for President William Ruto's upcoming State Visit to Italy, aiming to unlock economic opportunities.

• The visit will prioritize key sectors including energy, agriculture, digital economy, water, tourism, health, and labour mobility.
• Key individuals involved include President William Ruto and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi.
• The agenda aims to strengthen cooperation, mobilize financing for projects, promote Kenyan exports, and attract Italian investors, building on the momentum from Italian President Sergio Mattarella's visit in 2023.

President William Ruto has embarked on a three-day official visit to Italy to bolster bilateral relations and secure trade and investment partnerships.

• The visit aims to secure approximately Ksh1 billion for the upgrade of Nyamira County Referral Hospital.
• Key engagements will focus on strengthening Kenya’s partnerships with Europe, specifically in trade, investment, labour mobility, and multilateral cooperation.
• Discussions will also centre on infrastructure financing, renewable energy collaboration, and expanding the market for Kenyan agricultural exports.