The Egyptian Ambassador to Kenya, Wael Nasr el-Din Attia, met with Moses Kuria, Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Investments, on Wednesday to discuss strengthening trade and business ties between the two nations.
During the meeting, they explored steps to revive the activities of the joint trade technical committee. Kuria highlighted the growing trade relations, noting Egypt’s increasing imports of Kenyan tea and its exports of textiles and construction materials to Kenya.
Kuria also emphasized the advantages of COMESA trade exemptions, which facilitate business for traders in both countries. He expressed Kenya’s eagerness to attract more Egyptian investors, particularly in industrial projects, by offering favorable incentives.
Ambassador Attia reaffirmed Egypt’s dedication to deepening trade relations with Kenya, describing it as a vital regional hub. He also pointed out the Egyptian private sector’s interest in investment opportunities in construction, transportation, and energy sectors within Kenya.
The Egyptian diplomat hailed Kenya as one of East Africa’s most promising markets, reflecting a shared commitment to enhancing economic cooperation between the two nations.