Egypt and Kenya are strengthening their bilateral relations and exploring various business opportunities. The Egyptian market has shown interest in Kenya's tea, and negotiations are underway to finalize an agreement that would allow the purchase of tea in Kenya shillings instead of dollars. Additionally, there are plans to establish a market for Kenya's value-added tea. This development is expected to benefit Kenyan farmers.

The European Commission and Kenya have successfully concluded negotiations to establish a long-term trade agreement, facilitating a significant partnership between Kenya and the 27 countries of the European Union (EU).

The Permanent Secretary (PS) recently embarked on a tour of two prominent factories in Kenya, namely the KEDA Ceramic Factory located in Kajiado and the Sunda Baby Diapers Factory in Athi River. These factories collectively employ over 2,000 individuals and have showcased remarkable technology transfer benefits and extensive utilization of backward linkages within the local community.

The Permanent Secretary (PS) of the State Department spearheaded a crucial stakeholders' engagement session aimed at presenting and gathering additional insights on various business and investment-related laws. This collaborative effort seeks to review and enhance the effectiveness of key legislative acts, including the SEZ Act 2015, EPZ Act 1990, Investment Promotion Act 2004, Business Laws Amendment Bill 2023, and the proposed Kenya National Chambers Bill.

Hon. Moses Kuria, joined H.E. President William Ruto and his Cabinet colleague, Energy CS Davis Chirchir, for the official opening of a three-day Africa Energy Forum at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. The forum has attracted delegates from various parts of Africa.

In a recent development, CS Moses Kuria, accompanied by PS Abubakar Hassan and Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Chairman Mr. Fred Muteti, held a meeting with Captain William Ruto, the Managing Director of the Kenya Port Authority (KPA). The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the ongoing ease of doing business reforms at the port.

In a notable event, the Honorable PS Abubakar Hassan and the Honorable CS Moses Kuria conducted an inspection to assess the progress of the Taifa Gas Capital Deployment at the Dondo Kundu Special Economic Zone. The purpose of their visit was to evaluate the advancements made in this crucial project.

During their visit, both officials took the opportunity to acknowledge the increasing opportunities for small businesses within the vicinity. As a gesture of support and camaraderie, they joined the construction workers for lunch at the popular Mama Chapati and Madondo Joint.

In a significant development, the Honorable PS Abubakar Hassan spearheaded a stakeholders' engagement session today, aiming to present and gather valuable inputs on various business and investment-related laws. This inclusive process sought to ensure that the laws in question effectively address the needs and concerns of all relevant parties.