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Ruto arrives in China to push for rail, road and export deals

President William Ruto (right) is recieved by Chinese Transport Minister Liu Wei when he arrived in the country for state visit. [PCS]

President William Ruto has arrived in China for a five-day state visit focused on strengthening economic ties, securing infrastructure funding and boosting Kenya's exports.

Ruto, who is the first African leader to visit Beijing since the U.S.-China trade war disrupted global commerce, was received at Beijing International Airport by Chinese Transport Minister Liu Wei. He was accompanied by First Lady Rachel Ruto.

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