Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi poses for a photo with Deputy Secretary of State of the United States of America,Christopher Landau.
By Peace Muthoka
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has welcomed United States Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau to Kenya for a two-day official visit.
In a statement shared on his official X account on Thursday, January 29, 2026, Mudavadi said the visit reflects the growing strength of Kenya–U.S. relations.
Kenya and the United States agreed to deepen cooperation in defence, peace and security to anchor regional stability.
Mudavadi said the partnership shows mutual respect and a shared commitment to global peacekeeping and security efforts.
He noted that regional security requires close collaboration with partners such as the United Nations, the U.S. government and the wider international community.
Mudavadi said Kenya values U.S. recognition of its leadership in promoting international peace, citing Kenya’s role in the Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti.
He said the mission succeeded because of strong collaboration, especially U.S. logistical and operational support, given the long distance between Kenya and Haiti.
Mudavadi added that the partnership helped mobilise global funding and support for the Haiti mission.
He spoke during a joint media briefing with Landau at the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary in Nairobi.
Mudavadi said the visit offers a chance to reaffirm long-standing ties and advance dialogue on shared bilateral and regional interests.
Landau thanked Kenya and its people for their major contribution to international stability, particularly in Haiti and across Africa.
He said U.S. financial support and close coordination with Kenyan forces helped prevent a worse security situation in Haiti.
Landau described the mission as a lasting example of effective cooperation between Kenya and the United States.
Mudavadi said the two countries have also made strong progress in trade, investment, counterterrorism, health, education and development.
He welcomed U.S. progress in renewing the African Growth and Opportunity Act for another three years.
Mudavadi said the renewal strengthens Kenya–U.S. trade and supports continued mutual economic growth.
He also praised U.S. support for critical infrastructure that boosts operational readiness and regional security.
The visit included a groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of the Manda Bay runway, highlighting deep security and development cooperation.
Mudavadi said the project sends a strong message on counterterrorism and regional stability.
Earlier, Landau met President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi, to review gains made and chart future cooperation between the two nations.
