Kahariri and Lacroix discussed peacekeeping cooperation at Defence Headquarters in Nairobi.
General Charles Kahariri and Jean-Pierre Lacroix discussed Somalia mission support, deployment readiness and reforms to strengthen peace operations.
Chief of the Defence Forces General Charles Kahariri and UN peace operations chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix discussed AUSSOM support during bilateral talks at Defence Headquarters in Nairobi.
The discussions focused on Kenya-UN defence cooperation and sustained support for the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia. Both sides also reaffirmed their commitment to stronger cooperation in peace support operations.
AUSSOM support and peacekeeping cooperation
The talks covered regional stability, deployment readiness and security challenges, alongside reforms to make peace missions more effective. Support for the Somalia mission also featured as Kenya continues to contribute to regional security efforts.
Meanwhile, Kahariri reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to international peace and security. He highlighted the Kenya Defence Forces’ work in peacekeeping, capacity development and regional stabilisation.
Lacroix, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, commended Kenya’s contribution to United Nations peacekeeping. He also praised the professionalism, dedication and resilience of KDF personnel serving in complex operational environments.
