Kenya designated as Major Non-NATO ally by President Biden

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
President Joe Biden promises to designate Kenya as a Major Non-NATO ally during a state visit by Kenyan President William Ruto. The upgrade is in recognition of Kenya's contributions to global peace and security, particularly in counterterrorism efforts.

Key Points

  • Kenya designated as Major Non-NATO ally for its contributions to U.S. Africa Command and global security
  • Joint counterterrorism efforts have been successful in degrading ISIS and al-Shabaab in East Africa
  • Legal obstacles and delays in deploying Kenyan police to gang-ravaged Haiti
  • Biden facing diplomatic challenges in Africa, including previous setbacks in Chad and Niger

Pros

  • Enhanced defense and security cooperation between Kenya and the United States
  • Recognition of Kenya's contributions to global peace and security
  • Potential benefits for Kenya in terms of military technologies and U.S. loans

Cons

  • Legal and constitutional challenges in deploying Kenyan police to Haiti
  • Delays and complications in the planned intervention in Haiti
  • Concerns about the effectiveness and implications of foreign intervention in Haiti