We should strive to build an even closer China-Kenya community

I arrived in Kenya on January 6, 2025 as the 18th Chinese Ambassador to Kenya and Permanent Representative to UNEP and UN-Habitat. This is not my first time in Kenya. Throughout my diplomatic career, I have been engaged in African affairs for many years and have visited Kenya four times in the past two decades. Returning to the beautiful city of Nairobi and reconnecting with old friends felt like coming home again.

Walking through the streets of Nairobi, I was struck by the remarkable transformation the country has undergone in recent years. The Nairobi Expressway, which had not yet begun during my last visit, offered a seamless experience from JKIA to the embassy. The Global Trade Center and other towering skyscrapers have reshaped Nairobi's skyline. The Mombasa-Naivasha Standard Gauge Railway has been running smoothly and safely for more than seven years. These are great milestones for Kenya, and I am pleased that China has played a role in these achievements.