This archive report was first published on 9 July 2020.
On July 7, 2020, the Republic of Kenya submitted the candidature of Amb. Amina C. Mohamed for the position of Director General of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
President Uhuru Kenyatta has endorsed CS Amina Mohamed's candidature for the Director General of the World Trade Organization, saying she will revitalize the body.
According to President Uhuru, Kenya is convinced of the urgent need to revitalize the WTO to better serve the needs of all nations, large and small.
CS Amina Mohamed, a uniquely qualified person, has been offered to lead the WTO at this critical time. If selected, she would be the first African and indeed, the first woman to serve at the helm of the World Trade Organization.
Minister Mohamed understands the WTO, its processes, having chaired all its high-level decision-making bodies. Her extensive track record in international relations and her political experience make her an unparalleled candidate.
President Uhuru Kenyatta has no doubt in his mind that her leadership at the WTO will be a game changer, enabling the institution to meet the requirements of its Member States and to better address the evolving demands of the 21st Century.
Issued at Harambee House, Nairobi on 9th day of July in the year 2020.
