Kenya has officially assumed the rotating chairmanship of the G77+China, the largest coalition of developing nations within the United Nations, marking a significant diplomatic milestone for the country.
Ababu Namwamba, Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, formally took over leadership on July 3, 2025, in a handover ceremony from Ambassador Wael Nasreldin Attiya of Egypt, the outgoing chair.
Egypt’s term at the helm was widely credited for advancing the bloc’s voice in global climate talks and reinforcing the role of developing nations in international diplomacy, particularly in the area of environmental governance.
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As he assumed the role, Namwamba pledged to champion South-South cooperation and push for a more equitable and inclusive global order, especially in areas concerning sustainable development and environmental justice.
“Kenya embraces this responsibility with both vision and determination,” Namwamba said during the ceremony.
“We are committed to ensuring the perspectives of developing nations actively shape global decisions on climate and development.”
The G77+China, which includes 134 member states, plays a crucial role in promoting the economic and political interests of the Global South within the UN framework.
Founded in 1964, the group has grown to become a formidable force in multilateral negotiations.
Kenya’s leadership is expected to bring fresh momentum to the bloc’s agenda, especially in advocating for climate justice, biodiversity protection, and the acceleration of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The chairmanship, which rotates regionally, also reflects Kenya’s growing influence in international diplomacy, particularly in advancing the priorities of developing nations on the world stage.
