Kahariri, UN Peace chief discuss AUSSOM support

Nairobi, Kenya - October 29 marked a reaffirmation of Kenya's and the United Nations' commitment to enhancing cooperation in peace support operations, with a focus on regional stability, deployment readiness, and security challenges. General Charles Kahariri, Chief of the Defence Forces, met with UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, at the Defense Headquarters to discuss Kenya-UN defense collaboration and reforms aimed at improving the efficacy of peace missions.

The conversations also emphasized the continuous backing for the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), as Kenya persists in contributing to regional security endeavors.

General Kahariri expressed Kenya's dedication to upholding international peace and security, highlighting the pivotal role of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in peacekeeping, capacity enhancement, and regional stabilization. In response, Lacroix acknowledged Kenya's substantial contribution to UN peacekeeping operations, lauding the professionalism, dedication, and resilience demonstrated by KDF personnel operating in intricate operational settings.