New York
United States of America
Readout of the Secretary-General’s meeting with H.E. Mr. William Ruto, Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya
Readouts | Ban Ki-moon, Former Secretary-General
Readouts | Ban Ki-moon, Former Secretary-General
Today, the Secretary-General met with H.E. Mr. William Ruto, Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya. They exchanged views on the main peace, security and humanitarian challenges facing the Horn of Africa region, including developments in Somalia, South Sudan and Burundi.
The Secretary-General commended Kenya’s generosity and continued commitment to lasting peace and stability in Somalia, South Sudan and Burundi. He also expressed appreciation for Kenya’s remarkable role as a refugee hosting nation and welcomed Kenya’s commitment to abide by its international obligations regarding the repatriation of refugees.
The Secretary-General encouraged Kenya to ratify the Paris Agreement on climate change.