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Kenya launches bid for re-election to global maritime body

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CS Hassan Joho with SDEA DG Josphat Maikara and PS Aden Millah during Kenya's launch of its bid for re-election to the IMO Council (2026-2027). [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard]

Kenya has officially launched its bid for re-election to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council under Category C for the 2026-2027 term.

The announcement was made by the Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs Hassan Joho, who said the bid is not just symbolic but a strategic step toward safeguarding Kenya's maritime future.

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