Kenya and South Sudan have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation following high-level talks aimed at enhancing border security and improving immigration management between the two neighbouring countries.
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen on Wednesday held discussions with South Sudan’s Minister of Interior, Hon. Aleu Ayieny Aleu, who paid him a courtesy call in Nairobi.
The meeting focused on deepening collaboration in key areas of security, particularly border management and immigration systems, as both countries seek to strengthen regional stability and facilitate the movement of people and goods.
Speaking after the meeting, Murkomen noted that Kenya and South Sudan share longstanding diplomatic relations built on trade, history, culture and strong people-to-people ties.
“Kenya and the Republic of South Sudan enjoy close diplomatic ties rooted in trade, history, culture and people-to-people relations,” Murkomen said.
He added that enhanced cooperation between the two Interior ministries would play a critical role in addressing cross-border security challenges while supporting economic integration within the region.
“Our meeting focused on deepening our collaboration on border security and immigration management,” he added.
The engagement comes amid growing efforts by East African countries to strengthen cooperation in tackling transnational crimes, improving border control systems and promoting regional trade under the East African Community framework.
Kenya and South Sudan maintain strong diplomatic and economic relations, with Kenya serving as one of South Sudan’s key trading partners and a major destination for South Sudanese businesses, students and investors.
