Kenya says close ties yield positive outcomes

As Kenya celebrates 60 years since gaining independence, and Nairobi marks 60 years of diplomatic relations with Beijing, the East African country is enjoying advanced ties with China, which has significantly contributed to its economic development.

Kenyan Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, who is also the nation's cabinet secretary for foreign and diaspora affairs, said on Monday in an interview with Chinese media based in Kenya that the two countries have enjoyed the highest level of engagement over the past 60 years.

He said the Kenya-China relationship is anchored on the head of state, noting that former presidents Mwai Kibaki and Uhuru Kenyatta, as well as current President William Ruto, have had very close ties with China.