This archive report was first published on 17 June 2020.
Kenya is vying for a non-permanent seat on the UNSC to represent Eastern Africa, with the African Union endorsing the country's bid.
President Kenyatta spoke during a virtual campaign meeting with permanent representatives of various countries to the United Nations hosted by Kenya ahead of UNSC elections set for today.
"A vote for Kenya is a vote for peace. A vote for Kenya is a vote for global solidarity. A vote for Kenya is a vote for multilateralism," President Kenyatta rallied the envoys.
He highlighted Kenya's experience as the host nation of UN-Habitat and UNEP global headquarters, which he said places the country in an advantaged position to champion the world's sustainable development agenda.
President Kenyatta also assured the representatives that Kenya will use its privileged position to advance a pan-Africanist agenda for peace, multilateralism, and global solidarity if elected to the UNSC.
Foreign Affairs CS Raychelle Omamo urged the representatives to vote for Kenya, saying the country seeks to join the security council so as to contribute positively to global peace and security.
The New York-based envoys affirmed their support for Kenya's candidature, saying the country has an impressive track record as an able and dependable partner.
