Kenya and the European Union are united by shared values and a shared ambition: building prosperity that is inclusive, green, and sustainable. Held productive talks with H.E. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and we agreed to deepen our partnership in three strategic areas: expanding trade through our landmark Economic Partnership Agreement to open markets, attract investment, and create jobs; advancing data adequacy to position Kenya as a trusted digital partner for seamless and secure data flows; and leveraging the Global Gateway initiative to channel investment into the infrastructure, energy, and connectivity that will power Kenya’s transformation. This is a partnership of equals, measured not by aid, but by what we build, invest, and achieve together. Make it in Kenya. Make it clean. Sell it to Africa, Europe, and the world.(William Samoei Ruto, PhD)