Kenya has avoided the recent visa restrictions imposed by the United States, a decision experts attribute to Kenya's strategic geopolitical importance and diplomatic balancing act. Governance experts Professors Peter Kagwanja and Alfred Omenya highlight Kenya's growing commercial significance and its ability to maintain relations with both Western and Eastern powers.

• Among 75 countries worldwide and 26 African nations facing US immigrant visa restrictions, Kenya was notably absent from the list.
• Professor Peter Kagwanja stated that Kenya is "beginning to become the commercial capital of Africa," hosting United Nations offices, U.S. and British military bases, and attracting French interest.
• Professor Alfred Omenya noted that Kenya's ability to discuss matters with President Trump and simultaneously sign agreements with China demonstrates its effective "political intelligence."