NEW DELHI — Highlighting the deep-rooted historical and people-to-people ties between the two nations, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla welcomed the Kenyan government’s decision to officially recognise Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) as an indigenous community in Kenya.
The remarks were made during a bilateral meeting between Om Birla and the Speaker of the National Assembly of Kenya, Dr. Moses M. Wetang’ula, at the Parliament House Complex in New Delhi.
Key Highlights of the Bilateral Talks
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Historical Ties: Om Birla emphasized that India and Kenya share multifaceted relations dating back centuries, which have been continually bolstered by regular high-level exchanges.
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Recognition of Indian Diaspora: The official recognition of the Indian diaspora as an indigenous community in Kenya marks a significant milestone in strengthening cultural ties and social cohesion between both nations.
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Shared Democratic Values: Both leaders reiterated their commitment to democracy, inclusive development, and human-centric progress.
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Parliamentary Cooperation: The meeting underscored the growing momentum of parliamentary dialogue, with both Speakers highlighting the role of Parliamentary Friendship Groups and continuous delegation exchanges in deepening bilateral ties.
