This archive report was first published on 15 October 2019.
Published on October 15, 2019, Algeria has pledged to support Kenya's bid for the United Nations Security Council's (UNSC) non-permanent seat for the 2021-2022 term.
Outgoing Algerian Ambassador to Kenya, Salah Francis Elhamdi, commended Kenya's record in regional and continental security and peacekeeping experience, making it the best-placed country to voice Africa's interests at the UNSC.
During a farewell call on President Uhuru Kenyatta at State House, Nairobi, Ambassador Elhamdi assured Kenya of Algeria's support, citing the country's significant contribution to strengthening relations between Kenya and Algeria.
President Kenyatta welcomed Algeria's support and commended the outgoing ambassador for his role in enhancing bilateral relations between the two countries.
"You made a significant contribution to strengthening our relations during your tour of duty in Kenya. It has been a joy working with you," President Kenyatta told the outgoing envoy.
President Kenyatta also expressed optimism that Kenya and Algeria will continue to grow their bilateral relations through enhanced people-to-people interactions, pointing out that the two countries share aspirations for their people, in Africa and on the global stage.
Separately, President Kenyatta hosted a Singaporean delegation led by High Commissioner Yatiman Bin Yusof at State House, Nairobi, to discuss how the two countries can work more closely in various areas to boost their bilateral relations.
