As the UN security council was discussing a letter by Kenya/ seeking to end the International Criminal Court proceedings against President Uhuru Kenyatta, Deputy President William Ruto and Radio journalist Joshua Sang, questions began to emerge over whether Kenya’s Permanent representative to the UN, Macharia Kamau, had consulted all the stakeholders before writing the letter.NTV’s BMJ Muriithi reports from Atlanta.
Ambassador Macharia Kamau has consistently defended Kenya’s engagement with the International Criminal Court (ICC), emphasizing the nation’s commitment to international law while challenging perceived biases in the court’s operations.
At a United Nations meeting, Kamau asserted that Kenya’s cooperation with the ICC should not be construed as a lack of collaboration unless clear evidence is presented.
He criticized the ill-defined nature of cooperation and the absence of oversight, advocating for a standardized approach that respects the rights of state parties.
Previously, Kamau has expressed concerns over the application of Rule 68, which permits the use of pre-recorded testimony in trials.
He has argued that such decisions should not be applied selectively to African cases and has called for reforms to ensure fairness and consistency in international legal proceedings.
In earlier statements, Kamau criticized the ICC for its focus on African cases, suggesting that the court’s actions could hinder national reconciliation and peace efforts.
He has called for a reevaluation of the Rome Statute to address these concerns and to enhance the court’s credibility and effectiveness.
Through these actions, Ambassador Kamau continues to advocate for a balanced and equitable application of international justice, ensuring that Kenya’s sovereignty and the interests of its people are upheld in global legal forums.
