Trade Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has softened his stance against the activities of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga after agreeing to talks with President William Ruto.
The CS fired out a statement on the night of Sunday, July 30, referring to the two as his bosses for forging common ground to end protests across the country.
He noted that if the talks go through, the investment sector countrywide will reap the benefits.
The former Gatundu South member of Parliament, however, insisted that he was still opposed to a handshake and will not entertain the opposition's demand for a piece of government.
"The resumption of bipartisan talks is good news for Investments and the economy in general. Violence is not the way to resolve political differences.
"It's time to pull together as a nation with a strong government and even stringer opposition to keep us in check. To my bosses William Ruto and Raila Odinga you are on the right side of history," he stated.
Kuria's statement corroborated that of the Head of State who, while attending a service on Sunday, insisted that his government would not tolerate violent protests.
He noted that his government was ready to engage the opposition as long as the cost of living remained out of the discussion.
Ruto argued that his manifesto had elaborately laid out a plan to lower the cost of living and that he should be given time to implement it.
"We are already implementing the manifesto that is moving towards lowering the cost of living. Fertiliser will soon cost Ksh2,500. We have a whole program that will be catered towards that," Ruto told a congregation at Ukunda Showground in Kwale County on Sunday, July 30.
"I am obligated to make sure every Kenyan, whether they supported my policy or not, is safe and their properties are guaranteed. Moving forward, our politics will be devoid of violence."
The 10-member team from the ruling coalition and the opposition will be headed by former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo. The team will include four members appointed from outside Parliament.
