Has the Kenya-UK relationship been beneficial to both parties so far?
DP William Ruto is in London in a visit aimed at strengthening ties between Kenya and the United Kingdom.
Ruto’s visit to the UK is already bearing fruits with the DP confirming UK’s committment to continue it’s cooperation with Kenya even after Brexit.
Secretary of State for International Development and Minister for Women and Equalities Penny Mordaunt said the current trade relations between Kenya and the UK will be enhanced despite UK exiting the European Union.
“Brexit will not affect us. Technology can now help us engage in trading activities and has made things easier,” said Mordaunt.
Ruto said Kenya would continue to engage in activities that can enhance the existing cordial relations between the two countries.
Ruto said Kenya would continue to enhance the existing good relations with Britain in areas of trade, tourism investment and continued partnership on the fight against extremism.
Ruto also praised the cordial relations and cooperation between the two countries in areas of trade and investment.
The Deputy President highlighted the economic relationship between the two countries, which is mutually beneficial with Britain being the largest source of tourists and several British companies having their presence in Kenya.
“The relations between Kenya and Britain are mutually beneficial, robust and friendly. This is why we want to continue enhancing it for the betterment of our citizens in terms of trade and investments,” said Dr Ruto.
Dr Ruto said Britain has also played a major role in the development of Mombasa Port’s infrastructure, roads, besides supporting trade not only in Kenya but Africa in general.