[PHOTOS] Ruto attends plenary session of Italy-Africa summit in Rome

In Summary

The summit whose theme is "A Bridge for Common Growth," will witness the participation of 20 African Heads of State and government.

by PERPETUA ETYANG

29 January 2024 - 15:20

President William Ruto attending the Plenary session of the Italy-Africa summit in Rome, Italy on January 29, 2024.
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President William Ruto on Monday attended the Plenary session of the Italy-Africa summit in Rome.

The President was received by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

The two-day conference is aimed at strengthening ties and collaboration between Africa and Italy while at the same time presenting the country’s strategic plan aimed at reviewing its approach to the African continent.

Presidents among delegates attending the Plenary session of the Italy-Africa summit in Rome, Italy on January 29, 2024.
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The agenda of the summit covers diverse areas of cooperation, including food security, culture, education, vocational training, energy security, economic and infrastructure development, as well as joint efforts against human trafficking and terrorism.

The summit whose theme is "A Bridge for Common Growth," will witness the participation of 20 African Heads of State and government.