Functions of the Ministry
- Management of Kenya’s Foreign Policy.
- Coordinates Regional Peace Initiatives.
- Ratification/Accession to Depository and Custodian of all International Treaties, Agreements and Conventions where Kenya is a party.
- Promotion of Nairobi as a Hub for Multilateral Diplomacy.
- Lobbying for Kenya Candidature in International Governance System.
- Negotiation and Conclusion of Headquarters and Host Country Agreements with International Organizations and Agencies.
- Oversight over Attaches.
- Liaison with International and Regional Organizations.
- Management of Kenya’s Missions and Embassies Abroad.
- Liaison with Foreign Missions in Kenya.
- Administration of Diplomatic Privileges and Immunities.
- Coordination of State and Official Visits.
- Handling of Protocol Matters.
- Provision of Consular Services.
- Management of Joint Commissions with other Countries.
- Management of Bilateral and Multilateral Relations.
- Official Communications on Foreign Affairs and Global Issues.
- Facilitation of Kenya’s Migrant Labour.
- Facilitation of Kenya’s Diaspora Issues.