President William Ruto will on Sunday leave the country for a four day tour to Europe.
In a statement by State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed on Sunday, the president will be on a working tour in Belgium and Germany with trade talks being the main agenda.
“Renewable energy, green industrialization and trade will be Ruto’s agenda in his foreign visit,” Hussein announced.
Looking at Ruto's fully packed itinerary, he will meet his German counterpart Frank-Walter Steinmeier and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and hold talks aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between Kenya and Germany in Berlin.
The Head of State will also deliver a keynote speech in the German capital.
“Ruto will deliver a keynote address at the Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue, outlining the challenges of energy security amidst the worsening climate crisis and the push for renewable energy investments in Kenya and Africa," reads the statement.
During his visit in Berlin, Ruto will also explore a partnership with Germany on the youth agenda, specifically in vocational education and training.
In Belgium, President Ruto will look at key areas of partnership that will enhance food security and economic stability in the country.
He will meet with Belgium's President Alexander De Croo and the Prime Minister of Belgium.
" They will meet and discuss mutual areas of interest including, health, addressing Kenya's food security and drought response, climate action, trade and investment,” Hussein stated.
In addition to that, President Ruto will also engage the larger European Union.
“The President will engage with the leadership of the European Union, including, Charles Michel, President of the European Union Council and H.E. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission,” reads the statement further.
Revealing the topic of discussion during his meeting with EU leaders, the State House Spokesperson said Ruto will reinforce Kenya's commitment to the Kenya - EU Strategic Dialogue.
" The President will also discuss ways to deepen the partnership between Kenya and the European Union, under the three key pillars of Peace, Security and Stability; Sustainable and Inclusive Development; and, Economy, Trade and Investment," Hussein added.