A resolution recognizing the strategic importance of Kenya to the United States and celebrating the 60-year anniversary of United States-Kenya relations.

5/29/2024, 8:53 AM

This resolution celebrates 60 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Kenya and reaffirms the strong partnership between the two countries.

The resolution also (1) recognizes Kenya's key role in regional security, (2) encourages the United States and Kenya to expand trade and economic cooperation, and (3) appreciates the contributions of the Kenyan diaspora community in the United States. 

Bill 118 S.Res. 704 is a resolution that acknowledges the strategic significance of Kenya to the United States and commemorates the 60-year milestone of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The resolution highlights the strong and enduring partnership between the US and Kenya, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in areas such as security, trade, and development.

The resolution recognizes Kenya's role as a key ally in promoting regional stability and combating terrorism in East Africa. It also acknowledges Kenya's efforts in hosting refugees and providing humanitarian assistance to those in need. Additionally, the resolution celebrates the economic ties between the US and Kenya, noting the benefits of increased trade and investment for both countries.

Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 704 serves to reaffirm the close and mutually beneficial relationship between the United States and Kenya, while also honoring the long history of cooperation and friendship between the two nations.
Congress
118
Number
SRES - 704
Introduced on
2024-05-23
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/23/2024
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Purpose and Summary

This resolution celebrates 60 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Kenya and reaffirms the strong partnership between the two countries.

The resolution also (1) recognizes Kenya's key role in regional security, (2) encourages the United States and Kenya to expand trade and economic cooperation, and (3) appreciates the contributions of the Kenyan diaspora community in the United States. 

Bill 118 S.Res. 704 is a resolution that acknowledges the strategic significance of Kenya to the United States and commemorates the 60-year milestone of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The resolution highlights the strong and enduring partnership between the US and Kenya, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in areas such as security, trade, and development.

The resolution recognizes Kenya's role as a key ally in promoting regional stability and combating terrorism in East Africa. It also acknowledges Kenya's efforts in hosting refugees and providing humanitarian assistance to those in need. Additionally, the resolution celebrates the economic ties between the US and Kenya, noting the benefits of increased trade and investment for both countries.

Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 704 serves to reaffirm the close and mutually beneficial relationship between the United States and Kenya, while also honoring the long history of cooperation and friendship between the two nations.
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Official Title as IntroducedA resolution recognizing the strategic importance of Kenya to the United States and celebrating the 60-year anniversary of United States-Kenya relations.

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Latest Summary1/6/2025

This resolution celebrates 60 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Kenya and reaffirms the strong partnership between the two countries.

The resolution also (1) recognizes Kenya's key role in regional security, (2) enc...

Latest Action5/23/2024
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.