Senators want Obama to address Parliament
What you need to know:
- “Terrorism is a global phenomenon that requires collective partnerships. The two countries share identical views on threats posed by terrorists.
- She said President Obama will also hold bilateral talks with President Kenyatta on trade, security, energy and other important issues affecting both countries.
Senators want US President Barack Obama to address Parliament during his visit in July.
While responding to a statement by Senate Security Committee Vice-Chairperson Fatuma Dullo, the senators said they want the government to facilitate the process so that President Obama can address the House.
They also sought to know the purpose of the visit.
Ms Dullo told the House President Obama will be attending a Global Entrepreneurship Summit, an annual international event that Kenya will host this year.
She said President Obama will also hold bilateral talks with President Kenyatta on trade, security, energy and other important issues affecting both countries.
“The government will use the visit discuss emerging investment options, forge collaborations and increase economic opportunities, particularly for our upcoming entrepreneurs,” Ms Dullo said in response to Dr Boni Khalwale (Kakamega, UDF).
She said the forum would help develop strategies to address terrorism threats.
“Terrorism is a global phenomenon that requires collective partnerships. The two countries share identical views on threats posed by terrorists.
Sharing of intelligence to combat attacks would be part of the talks,” said Ms Dullo.
Meanwhile, it remained unclear if Mr Obama would visit his father’s home in Kogelo.
