Mudavadi Meets Serbian Ambassador As Tensions Boil Over Kenya Recognizing Kosovo
Mudavadi reaffirmed Kenya’s strong partnership with Serbia
Viral Tea Ke Writer 
On Thursday, March 27, Prime Cabinet Secretary and acting Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi held a meeting with Serbia’s Ambassador to Kenya, Danijela Čubrilo Martić, amid escalating diplomatic tensions between the two nations.
In an official statement, Mudavadi reaffirmed Kenya’s strong partnership with Serbia, emphasizing the country’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with the European nation.
"Today, I hosted H.E. Ms.Danijela Čubrilo Martić, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Serbia to Kenya, during her courtesy call to protest on Kenya's position on Kosovo," Mudavadi announced in a statement.
"Kenya values its diplomatic partnership with Serbia and remains committed to deepening collaboration for shared prosperity."
Prime Cabinet Secretary and acting Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Serbia to Kenya Danijela Čubrilo Martić, alongside other delegates, during a meeting at the PCS's office on Thursday, March 27, 2025. /MUSALIA MUDAVADI
The meeting came a day after Kenya officially recognized Kosovo as an independent state, becoming the first country to do so after nearly five years of stalled efforts for international acknowledgment.
However, this rattled the Serbian government, which termed the move by Kenya as "an unacceptable and hostile act” and vowed to take action. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Serbia, in its rejoinder, said it “strongly condemned the decision of Kenya to recognise the unilaterally declared independence of the so-called Kosovo."
In its statement, Serbia signaled a near-break in diplomatic relations with Kenya, condemning President Ruto’s administration for what it described as a violation of the UN Charter, which it argues upholds its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
“Such a move represents a gross violation of international law and a direct violation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1244, which unequivocally guarantees the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Serbia,” Serbia said.
Adding “The Republic of Serbia will take all necessary diplomatic and political measures in response to this unacceptable and hostile act. Serbia remains firmly committed to defending its sovereignty and territorial integrity by all available diplomatic and legal means."
Kosovo, a breakaway Balkan state, declared independence from Serbia in 2008 but has been unable to secure United Nations membership due to opposition from Serbia and its allies, including Russia and China, both of whom hold U.N. veto power. So far, more than 110 countries, including the United States and most European nations, have recognized Kosovo’s sovereignty.
Meanwhile, Mudavadi also noted that the discussion focused on strengthening Kenya-Serbia ties, exploring new opportunities to enhance trade, attract investments, and expand collaboration in areas of mutual interest.
While the exact reason behind President Ruto’s decision to recognize Kosovo remains unclear, reports suggest that Kosovo is actively seeking skilled workers in sectors like construction and healthcare, which could be an area Kenya is looking to capitalize on.
