This archive report was first published on 17 June 2020.
Published on June 17, 2020, President Uhuru Kenyatta made a final pitch for Kenya's bid to join the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), emphasizing the country's commitment to global peace, solidarity, and multilateralism.
Kenya is the African Union-endorsed candidate for a non-permanent seat on the UNSC, representing Eastern Africa. The country is vying for the regional slot against the Republic of Djibouti.
President Kenyatta rallied the envoys, saying, '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.'
He highlighted Kenya's experience as the host nation of UN-Habitat and UNEP global headquarters, placing the country in an advantageous position to champion the world's sustainable development agenda.
Kenya's Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary, Raychelle Omamo, urged the representatives to vote for Kenya, saying the country seeks to join the security council to contribute positively to global peace and security.
The New York-based envoys affirmed their support for Kenya's candidature, citing the country's impressive track record as an able and dependable partner.
