What interests does the U.S have in our Country? Are we (Kenya) not a sovereign state which is competent enough to craft and legislate laws that we deem are good for our Country? In a statement from State Department spokesperson Jen Psaki on the Bill that was signed into law on Friday by President Uhuru Kenyatta, Washington however reaffirmed its support of Kenyas fight against terrorism. The US government is firmly committed to supporting Kenyas efforts to defeat Al-Shabaab and to ensure security of all of its citizens. We are disappointed however, by the very limited time allowed for debate and consultation on the 2014 Security Laws (Amendment) Bill prior to its passage and enactment into law, the statement read. We are also concerned about several provisions in the legislation, including those that appear to limit freedom of assembly and media, and access to asylum for refugees. As a key partner in the global effort to counter terrorism, we expect the Kenyan government to ensure that its counterterrorism efforts live up to Kenyas International commitments and its own constitution.
Posted on: Sat, 20 Dec 2014 10:09:37 +0000
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