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A diplomatic rift is brewing between Kenya and the United States, following President William Ruto’s pro-China remarks during his visit to Beijing last month. The comments widely interpreted as a shift in Nairobi’s foreign policy have sparked concern in Washington, with the US Senate now pushing for a review of America’s strategic relations with Kenya.
U.S Senator Risch questions Kenya-U.S Relations
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