Ruto heads to Qatar for UN Social Development Summit

In a statement issued by State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed, the three-day summit will center on poverty reduction, decent work, and social inclusion, bringing together world leaders to chart a renewed global social agenda.

During his visit, President Ruto is expected to finalise major investment agreements aimed at modernising Kenya’s infrastructure and accelerating key energy and transport projects. He will also engage in high-level bilateral discussions, including talks with Qatar’s Emir, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

“The President will hold talks with several world leaders, including His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar, to deepen cooperation in trade, investment, and strategic development initiatives,” the statement noted.

Kenya will be seeking expanded Qatari investment in sectors such as agriculture — with a focus on food security and climate-smart production — in addition to renewable energy, green hydrogen, health, tourism, transport, and logistics.

President Ruto will also push for the expansion of the Kenya-Qatar Bilateral Labour Agreement to include more professional and technical opportunities.

According to State House, the initiative aims to enhance skills development aligned with Qatar’s labour market while widening opportunities for young Kenyans abroad.

“This will create new pathways for young Kenyans and support those already working in Qatar as they continue contributing to both economies,” the statement added.