Reuters published on 24 April 2025 an article titled "China, Kenya Upgrade Ties Amid 'Turbulent International Situation'" by Farah Master.
During a recent visit to Beijing, Kenyan President William Ruto signed 20 agreements and upgraded ties to a "new level." Kenya has been a key recipient of loans from the Belt and Road Initiative. Xi Jinping described the upgrade in relations as occurring "in the face of a turbulent international situation."