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June 18, 2026
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‘The world respects us’: Ruto defends frequent travels

‘The world respects us’: Ruto defends frequent travels

"I continue calling upon my fellow Kenyans to believe in ourselves, let’s believe in our nation..."..

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President William Ruto has defended his frequent foreign travels, stating they are crucial for elevating Kenya's global standing and fostering international partnerships.

  • President Ruto highlighted Kenya's growing global respect, evidenced by hosting the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa – the first time it was held in Africa.
  • He attended the G7 Summit in France, representing Africa and advocating for a shift from dependency to sovereign equality and partnership.
  • The Our Ocean Conference saw over 300 commitments totaling approximately $6.4 billion, with Kenya making 50 commitments valued at $1.1 billion towards the Blue Economy.

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