Ruto Seeks New Deal with Azerbaijan Amid Soaring Fuel Prices
President Ruto is currently at the heart of criticism over the recent surge in fuel prices, which saw diesel rise to an alarming Ksh242 per litre...
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Kenya's President William Ruto met with Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev to discuss energy cooperation amidst rising fuel prices and global oil shocks.
- Kenya is exploring collaboration in the oil and gas sector and renewable energy with Azerbaijan.
- Key discussions included a potential oil refinery project for the East Africa region.
- The talks occurred on the sidelines of the World Urban Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Sunday, May 17.
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President Ruto Arrives in Azerbaijan for World Urban Forum - May 2026
President William Ruto arrived in Baku, Azerbaijan, to attend the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum, an event where Kenya was specifically invited due to its progress in housing and urban development. The President will advocate for global housing finance reforms at WUF13, aiming to secure more flexible and accessible financing for developing nations. Kenya aims to showcase its Affordable Housing Programme as a successful model for sustainable urban development. Separately, Kenya's President met with Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev to discuss energy cooperation amidst rising fuel prices and global oil shocks. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi announced emergency talks with President Ruto to address soaring fuel prices following threats of a nationwide strike by transport operators. Meanwhile, CS Wandayi defended the G-to-G fuel deal and accused Gachagua of politicising energy reforms.
