Chandaria Auditorium
The Foreign Minister of Norway, H.E Barth Eide, will during his official visit to Kenya, deliver a public lecture on the topic:- 60 years of bilateral relations : Norway and Kenya,multilateralism and partners for peace and security in a divided world
PUBLIC LECTURE ON 60 YEARS OF BILATERAL RELATIONS
Chandaria Auditorium
Panelists
Ambassador Monica Juma, EGH National Security Advisor, Republic of Kenya
Professor Karuti Kanyinga, Institute for Development Studies, University of Nairobi
Context and Significance: In a time of increasing geopolitical tensions and conflicts, such as those in Sudan and Gaza, Kenya and Norway continue to work collaboratively on the global stage to promote peace and security. Both nations act as bridge builders between geopolitical divides, striving to maintain a balanced multilateral order. Norway’s recent recognition of the state of Palestine, alongside Spain and Ireland, highlights its active role in Middle Eastern politics. Concurrently, Kenya leads in peace and security efforts within the Horn of Africa and globally, including a planned police contingent deployment to Haiti.
The partnership between Kenya and Norway extends to the climate agenda and the blue economy, both bilaterally and multilaterally. Norwegian companies are increasingly investing in Kenya, particularly in agriculture, agri-technology, ICT, startups, and renewable energy sectors, with Norwegian state entities investing approximately USD 500 million in Kenyan companies.
