Waziri Mayai Wa Maradhi
JF-Expert Member
- Jan 28, 2026
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MPs seek to give KDF greater influence over foreign military cooperation agreements
Parliament is considering changes that would give the Kenya Defence Forces a stronger role in determining whether Kenya enters military cooperation agreements with foreign countries.
The proposals would require greater consultation with defence officials before military agreements are approved, reflecting concerns that some arrangements may be negotiated without sufficient operational input from the armed forces.
The debate comes as Kenya expands defence cooperation with several foreign governments through training, equipment and security agreements.
Parliament is considering changes that would give the Kenya Defence Forces a stronger role in determining whether Kenya enters military cooperation agreements with foreign countries.
The proposals would require greater consultation with defence officials before military agreements are approved, reflecting concerns that some arrangements may be negotiated without sufficient operational input from the armed forces.
The debate comes as Kenya expands defence cooperation with several foreign governments through training, equipment and security agreements.