The ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has announced plans to collaborate with the Communist Party of China (CPC) to establish a leadership academy.
This partnership was revealed following bilateral talks between UDA leaders and a visiting CPC delegation led by Li Xi, which took place on Monday in Nairobi.
The UDA expressed a commitment to enhance cooperation with the Chinese ruling party in areas of mutual interest.
“During the discussions, the CPC delegation, led by H.E. Li Xi, agreed to partner with UDA, particularly in the establishment of a Leadership Academy,” a statement from UDA noted.
The UDA delegation was led by party chairperson and Embu County Governor Cecily Mbarire, along with Secretary General Hassan Omar. The meeting included members of the UDA National Executive Committee, National Election Board, and other party officials.
Communist Party of China’s Li Xi.
Other notable attendees included Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migosi Ogamba, UDA Treasurer Japheth Nyakundi, Nandi Governor Stephen Sang, Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot, UDA Organizing Secretary Vincent Kawaya, Narok Women Representative Rebecca Tonkei, and MP Nelson Koech from Belgut.
Following the talks with UDA, Li Xi and his delegation are set to meet with President William Ruto at State House.
Li Xi, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Secretary of the CPC Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, is visiting Kenya for three days, having arrived on Saturday night.
UDA and Communist Party of China leaders in bilateral talks.
