# Putin says Russia and Kenya share positions on key global issues

https://mins.news/en/item/121747

- TASS, 2026-10-30 02:09 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/politics/2210601

> At a Moscow meeting with Kenyan President William Ruto, Vladimir Putin said Russia and Kenya share positions on several international issues, including strengthening the UN’s central role, upholding its charter and shaping a polycentric world order. He also cited bilateral diplomatic, parliamentary, cultural and humanitarian cooperation, including 70 scholarships for Kenyan students in civilian fields next year.

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