Finnish President Alexander Stubb was on Monday morning received by his host president William Ruto at State House.
Stubb is in the country on a three-day state visit
Stubb was accompanied by his spouse Suzanne Innes-Stubb.
Upon arrival, he inspected a military guard of honour mounted by the Kenya Army before being accorded a 21-gun salute.
The two leaders later held a closed-door meeting.
The visit by Stubb is aimed at celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations between Finland and Kenya.
The talks between the two leaders are focused on the bilateral relations between Finland and Kenya, global challenges and their impact in Africa and Europe, and cooperation in support of the multilateral system.
It will be followed by a wreath-laying ceremony at Uhuru Gardens.
In the evening, the presidential couple will be hosted by President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto at a state banquet.
by FELIX KIPKEMOI
