China to continue supporting peace in Africa through UN missions

Lt. Col Philip Chol Kander, Defense Attaché of South Sudan to Kenya said China is supporting peace in the country/ Lucie Morangi

She however noted the blight of international terrorism in the Horn of Africa and urged the strengthening of Sino-Kenya defense relations to root out the vice.

"As a country, Kenya appreciates support by the Chinese government towards the war against Al Shabaab inside Somalia. This is a fight against global terrorism and I request for more support to enable the elimination of the terrorists," said Mugo.

Military cooperation in the areas of intelligence sharing, training through defense exchanges and provision of specialized equipment could enhance Kenya's capacity to address the problem of terrorism, said Mugo.

Also in attendance was Lieutenant Colonel Philip Chol Kander, Defense Attaché of South Sudan to Kenya, who said that China is taking its responsibility as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council seriously.

"China is very supportive. We have received excellent support from them in pursuing peace in South Sudan. We would like them to strengthen their support in the region and the continent," he said.

Since 1999, Chinese Armed Forces have dispatched 31,000 military personnel engaging in 24 UN Peacekeeping missions. There are 2,400 Chinese military troops undertaking UN Peacekeeping Missions in seven African operation areas including Mali and South Sudan.