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    "id": 1406214,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1406214/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Mandera North, UDM",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. Major (Rtd) Abdullahi Sheikh",
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    "content": " Hon. Speaker, I beg to second the Motion that this House approves the ratification of the African Union Convention on Cross-Corder Cooperation known as the Niamey Convention. Cross-border cooperation stands as a cornerstone for nurturing peace, stability and sustainable development within our borders. Through fostering collaboration among its neighbouring nations, cross-border cooperation addresses shared challenges spanning security threats, economic disparities and environmental considerations transcending national boundaries. This collaborative approach not only enhances border management and security, but also engenders opportunities for socio-economic advancement, trade facilitation, cultural exchange and mutual understanding among border communities. Moreover, cross-border cooperation promotes the efficient utilisation of resources, dissemination of best practices and resolution of conflicts through dialogue and consensus building. The Niamey Convention aligns with Kenya's constitutional provisions and legal frameworks as provided in Article 2(5) and Article 2(6) of the Constitution of Kenya and the Treaty Making and Ratification Act No.45 of 2012. Thus, ratifying this Convention does not only necessitate changes to Kenya's domestic laws but ensures consistency and adherence to legal obligations. The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor"
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