[PHOTOS] Ruto's arrival in China for Belt and Road Forum

President William Ruto on Sunday arrived in Beijing, China for the Third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation.

The theme for the forum is 'High-quality Belt and Road Cooperation: Together for Common Development and Prosperity'.

The President said Kenya will prioritise working with like-minded countries to confront shared challenges and push for global prosperity.

"We are particularly keen on increasing the depth of our relations with China under the New Silk Road to upgrade our infrastructure," he said.

State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed said in a communication on Saturday that the visit will underscore the robust bilateral relations between Kenya and China.

He said it will also highlight Kenya's active participation in the third Belt and Road initiative.

"The President will deliver a keynote address headlined digital Economy as a new source of growth at the high level forum, highlighting Kenya's advancements in information and communication Technology and innovation," Mohamed said.