India and Kenya discuss strengthening climate action cooperation
Nairobi, June 23
The High Commissioner of India to Kenya, Adarsh Swaika, on Tuesday held a meeting with the country's Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry discussing strengthening of cooperation in the field of climate action.
"High Commissioner Adarsh Swaika called on the Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Hon. Deborah Mlongo Barasa," the High Commission of India in Nairobi wrote on X.
"The discussions focused on strengthening India-Kenya cooperation in climate action, forestry and environmental conservation, including synergies between Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam (Plant in the Name of your Mother) initiative and H.E. President Williams Ruto's 15 Billion Trees Campaign," the Embassy added.
The two sides also explored joint environmental activities and partnerships between forestry and environmental institutions of both countries.
Earlier this month, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India and Kenya will continue to strengthen their longstanding partnership, anchored in the aspirations of the Global South, following his meeting with Kenyan President William Ruto.
The two leaders interacted on the sidelines of the Group of Seven (G7) Summit, where India was invited as a partner country.
PM Modi described the meeting as "glad to have met President William Ruto of Kenya," and emphasised that both nations remain committed to working together for the well-being of their people.
India and Kenya share deep historical and cultural ties, with relations dating back to the pre-independence era. The Indian diaspora in Kenya, numbering over 80,000, has played a significant role in shaping bilateral relations.
Over the years, the two countries have collaborated in areas such as trade, agriculture, education, defence, and healthcare.
Kenya is one of India's key partners in Africa, with bilateral trade crossing USD 3 billion annually. India exports pharmaceuticals, machinery, and automobiles to Kenya, while importing tea, coffee, and leather products.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Good to see bilateral cooperation beyond just trade. Climate change is a global challenge and India-Kenya partnership can set an example for the Global South. But I hope these talks translate into tangible projects on ground, not just MoUs.
Impressive how India balances economic growth with environmental commitment. The 15 Billion Trees Campaign in Kenya and India's plantation drive show developing nations are serious about climate action. Keep it up! 👍
While I appreciate the diplomatic efforts, we must also look inward. India's own environmental challenges — air pollution in Delhi, deforestation in Western Ghats — need urgent attention. Climate leadership abroad must be matched with action at home. That said, partnership with Kenya is a positive step.
Love this! 🌿 India's age-old tradition of planting trees for mothers resonates so well with Kenya's afforestation goals. Our diaspora of 80,000 in Kenya must also act as climate ambassadors. Proud of our deepening ties with Africa!
Interesting to see India leveraging its soft power through environmental initiatives. The India-Kenya relationship is multifaceted — trade, culture, now climate. Hope this cooperation includes technology transfer for renewable energy and sustainable agriculture.
Climate action is fine but let
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