Algeria commits to support Kenya’s mission in Haiti

Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has expressed Kenya's appreciation for Algeria's political and financial support for the multinational security support mission in Haiti.

Mudavadi spoke on Thursday during a meeting with Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf on the sidelines of the ongoing 19th Non-Aligned Movement Summit held in Munyonyo, Uganda.

He affirmed the commitment of Kenya to lead international efforts to support the quest for peace and stability in Haiti as Attaf pledged Algeria's continued collaboration with Kenya on the issue.

The two ministers also discussed the conflict between Israel and Hamas and jointly called for the imperative of de-escalation of conflict hostilities and an end to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Both Kenya and Algeria underscored the need for a two-State solution, aligning with the UN declaration for a lasting resolution to the conflict.

Addressing the threat of terrorism and extremism in Africa, Attaf highlighted the challenges faced by the Sahel region due to armed and extremist groups, some with links to terrorist organizations like ISIS.

Mudavadi stressed the importance of concerted efforts to combat terrorism, citing Kenya's security concerns due to groups like Al-Shabab.

He said that the two nations maintain strong political and diplomatic ties and are strategic partners on the African continent.