Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau is set to visit the country in the coming week to discuss trade, counter-terrorism cooperation, and broader peace and security issues, while promoting US commercial and diplomatic interests across Africa.
The visit announced on Friday evening will also see the top US official travel to Egypt, Ethiopia, and Djibouti, where he is expected to engage with government officials and the private sector on regional security, commercial opportunities, and humanitarian priorities.
He will be accompanied by the Commander of US Africa Command, General Dagvin Anderson, during his trip to Ethiopia, Kenya, and Djibouti.
While in Nairobi, Deputy Secretary Landau will meet with Kenyan officials to discuss commercial engagement, counter-terrorism cooperation, Kenya’s contributions to security in Haiti, and broader regional issues.
In Cairo, Landau will engage US companies operating and investing in Egypt. He will also meet with Egyptian government officials to discuss cooperation on regional challenges and strengthening the US-Egypt economic relationship.
During his visit to Addis Ababa, Landau will promote opportunities for US commercial engagement with both the Ethiopian government and the private sector.
“He will also discuss regional peace and security issues with Ethiopian officials, including Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. In addition, the Deputy Secretary will meet with African Union Commission Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf to address shared priorities, including promoting peace, expanding commercial cooperation, and addressing humanitarian crises,” the statement issued by the Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott adds.
In Djibouti, Deputy Secretary Landau will engage government leaders on security and counterterrorism cooperation as well as our commercial relationship.
“Throughout the trip, Deputy Secretary Landau will promote President Donald Trump’s priorities of rebalancing trade, ensuring a positive business environment, and promoting security and peace,” the statement says.