Today, at #TrustBeyondBorders during #TrustSummit2026 (@GTSummit2026) in Nairobi, under the theme “Weaving Trust: Binding Strands for a Stronger Global Order,” I joined political leaders, international institutions, businesses, scholars, and civil society to reflect on rebuilding trust and strengthening global cooperation. “We live in a defining paradox: humanity has never needed each other more, yet we find it increasingly difficult to trust.” Beyond roads, railways, and energy grids lies a far more critical asset: *"the Invisible Infrastructure of Trust"* An agreement does not automatically produce cooperation, nor does an institution command confidence by its existence alone. Real integration is measured by enduring relationships, shared responsibility, and commitments honoured. For Africa, trust means accountability, effective delivery, stronger integration, and sustainable financing of our Union. Equally, we must defend international law, strengthen solidarity, and build institutions worthy of the confidence of our peoples and nations. Trust cannot be proclaimed into existence. It must be earned through good governance, cooperation, and the honouring of commitments. I thank the Government and people of Kenya for their warm hospitality, and commend H.E. President @WilliamsRuto, @_AfricanUnion Champion for Institutional Reform, for his leadership. May the outcomes of this Summit strengthen global partnerships, cooperation, and solidarity—within the overarching framework of trust—for a more united and prosperous Africa. #TrustSummit2026 #TrustBeyondBorders #AfricanUnity #Leadership #WeavingTrust