Kenya and China Reaffirm Cooperation in ICT and Innovation

en.Wedoany.com Reported - Kenya has once again affirmed its commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation with China in the fields of information and communication technology (ICT), digital transformation, and innovation to advance its digital agenda.

During a courtesy meeting between William Kabogo Gitau and Guo Haiyan, the two sides engaged in in-depth discussions on strengthening cooperation to support Kenya's ongoing digital transformation strategy.

The discussions focused on key priority areas under Kenya's "Digital Highway and Creative Economy Agenda." This agenda aims to expand connectivity, strengthen digital infrastructure, and drive innovation-led economic growth, forming part of the broader development framework of President William Ruto's administration.

Kabogo noted that this engagement reflects the long-standing and mutually beneficial partnership between Kenya and China in technological advancement and economic development. He stated that deepening cooperation in ICT and innovation will accelerate digital inclusion and create new opportunities for businesses and citizens across the country.

China remains a key partner for Kenya in infrastructure and technology development, with ongoing collaboration in telecommunications, digital systems, and capacity-building programs. The two countries plan to further explore areas of cooperation to enhance the digital ecosystem and support the growth of the creative and technology industries.

This meeting reflects Kenya's broader ambition to position itself as a regional digital hub by leveraging strategic international partnerships to drive innovation, expand access to digital services, and build a more inclusive digital economy.

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