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China hails Ruto's visit as major win for Africa and Global South

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Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Guo Haiyan speaking during a press briefing on the state visit between Kenya and China 22nd April to 25th 2025. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard]

Kenya is increasingly becoming a focal point for China in its quest to grow influence not just in Africa but the Global South, amidst Beijing's tariff fight with the US.

Kenya's critical role is seen in last week's visit to China by President William Ruto, which the Chinese Embassy in Nairobi said has carved out a new path for Chinese relations with Kenya, Africa and generally the Global South.

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