Mr. Ruben Brekelmans, the Dutch Defence Minister, visited NDU-K to sign a Letter of Intent to enhance cooperation with NLDA. He praised NDU-K for its quality education and research impact, expressing optimism about their partnership’s role in addressing security challenges. Lt. Gen. Jimson Mutai underscored the value of international collaborations in finding solutions to modern security issues. The ceremony fostered a platform for exchanging best practices and research opportunities.
Mr. Ruben Brekelmans, Minister for Defence of the Royal Kingdom of the Netherlands, recently visited the National Defence University – Kenya (NDU-K) located in Lanet, Nakuru. The visit culminated in the official signing of a Letter of Intent to enhance cooperation between NDU-K and the Netherlands Defence Academy (NLDA).
During the signing ceremony, Mr. Brekelmans praised the Kenyan Defence Forces and the leadership of NDU-K for establishing the university as a distinguished institution. He affirmed its commitment to providing high-quality education and conducting vital research for both national and global interests. Mr. Brekelmans expressed confidence that the collaboration with NLDA would promote sustainable development, climate security, and improved responsiveness to emerging threats.
Addressing the attendees, NDU-K Vice-Chancellor, Lieutenant General Jimson Mutai, highlighted the significance of partnerships between national and international institutions. He underscored that these collaborations yield valuable insights and solutions to current complex security challenges. Lt. Gen. Mutai reaffirmed NDU-K’s dedication to training, capacity-building, and research in national security and strategy, emphasizing the value of mutual learning through collaboration.
The ceremony served as a platform for both institutions to exchange experiences and best practices in fulfilling their respective mandates. It also aimed at creating new opportunities for research partnerships and innovation, thereby strengthening bilateral relations and policies between NLDA and NDU-K.
In conclusion, the visit by Mr. Ruben Brekelmans and the signing of the Letter of Intent mark a significant step towards enhancing collaboration between the National Defence University – Kenya and the Netherlands Defence Academy. This partnership is expected to contribute positively to national security, sustainable growth, and the effective addressing of complex global challenges. Both institutions are committed to advancing education and research, facilitating mutual growth and understanding.
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