China-Kenya relations continue to strengthen as H.E. Amb. Guo Haiyan met with Hon. Salim Mvurya, Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports, on February 7, 2025. The meeting, which was also attended by Eng. Peter Tum, Principal Secretary for Sports, underscored the growing diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations.
Strengthening Ties Through Youth and Sports
Ambassador Guo highlighted that the foundation of China-Kenya relations is deeply rooted in its people, with the youth playing a critical role in shaping the future. She emphasized that sports cooperation serves as a powerful bridge, fostering stronger bilateral ties and mutual understanding. China remains committed to working closely with Kenya to implement the consensus reached by both heads of state, further advancing the China-Africa "Ten Partnership Actions," particularly in people-to-people exchanges. This initiative aims to enhance cultural and social integration, building an even closer China-Kenya community with a shared future.
Kenya’s Appreciation for China’s Support
Hon. Salim Mvurya warmly welcomed Amb. Guo Haiyan to her new post, expressing gratitude for China’s long-standing support in the development of Kenya’s sports infrastructure and talent capacity building programs in youth, sports, and creative industries. He reaffirmed Kenya’s readiness to implement the outcomes of the 2024 Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), with a focus on deepening mutually beneficial cooperation across various sectors.
A Bright Future for China-Kenya Cooperation
As China and Kenya continue to enhance their collaboration, this meeting marks another step toward solidifying economic, cultural, and diplomatic partnerships. With a shared vision for growth, both countries are poised to unlock new opportunities in youth empowerment, creative industries, and sports development—paving the way for a stronger, more resilient relationship in the years to come.
