CDF Kibochi holds talks with US Joint Chiefs of Staff General

During the meeting, the two military leaders discussed matters of mutual interest notably expanding counter-terrorism cooperation.

Kenya and the US share a bilateral defence relationship in the security of the region, especially in countering the threat of violent extremist organizations.

The talks reaffirmed the two countries’ commitment to strengthening bilateral defense cooperation between the U.S. Department of Defense and the Kenya Ministry of Defence and the Kenya Defence Forces.

The two sides discussed a range of topics including regional security; cyber security, security cooperation, U.S. Africa Command mission, Massachusetts National Guard accomplishments, and future plans, and climate change.

Both the U.S. Department of Defense and the Kenya Ministry of Defence and the Kenya Defence Forces intend to continue the strong partnership including the next iteration of the United States – Kenya Bilateral Defense Forum.