{
  "id": 6234063,
  "title": "Ruto Congratulates Italy’s Meloni as Govt Becomes Longest-Serving",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/ruto-congratulates-italys-meloni-as-govt-becomes-longest-serving",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-08T04:07:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Capital FM Kenya",
    "slug": "capital-fm-kenya",
    "url": "https://capitalfm.africa/ruto-congratulates-italys-meloni-as-govt-becomes-longest-serving/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nairobi, Kenya - President William Ruto congratulated Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on her government becoming the longest-serving in the history of the Italian Republic. Ruto expressed his congratulations on behalf of the Kenyan people, lauding Meloni's leadership and her dedication to advancing Italy's prosperity. He highlighted the milestone as a testament to the confidence placed in her and her steadfast commitment to the nation.\n\nThe Kenyan President affirmed Kenya's intent to enhance ties with Italy, citing growing collaboration in trade, investment, and development. Ruto emphasized the enduring friendship between the two nations, rooted in mutual respect, shared values, and common interests. He noted the deepening of bilateral relations over various domains during his April 2026 visit to Italy, which he deemed a significant moment in the countries' cooperation.\n\nRuto reiterated his administration's determination to collaborate closely with Meloni's government to further bolster the relationship between Kenya and Italy. He expressed his administration's support for continued success in Meloni's leadership and service to the Italian people. The President wished her good health, success, and service to the Italian Republic.\n\nBoth nations have long-standing diplomatic relations encompassing investment, trade, development cooperation, and cultural exchanges. Ruto's message underscores Kenya's intention to maintain and deepen the relationship, aiming for enhanced economic and diplomatic cooperation. Meloni's administration now holds the distinction of being the longest-serving government in Italy's history, representing a significant political achievement for Prime Minister Meloni.",
  "summary": "In his message, Ruto hailed the milestone as a reflection of confidence in Meloni’s leadership and her commitment to advancing Italy’s prosperity.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}