Kenya and China Deepen Trade Ties Through Preliminary Agreement Talks

Kenya and China are working on a preliminary trade deal aimed at strengthening trade and investment relations between the two countries.

The Principal Secretary for Trade Regina Ombam, held discussions with the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Kenya,Guo Haiyan, on the progress toward the agreement, which seeks to expand market access for Kenya’s key export sectors particularly tea, coffee and fish and promote broader economic cooperation.

The talks also centered on enhancing Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) measures for agricultural and fishery products to facilitate smoother trade flows while ensuring compliance with international standards.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to advancing a mutually beneficial partnership that promotes sustainable trade, investment and shared prosperity for the people of both nations.