Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua hosts the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Kenya, Zhou Pingjian, at his official residence in Karen, Nairobi.
The courtesy call served as a pivotal preparation ahead of the Deputy President’s upcoming visit to China, where discussions will focus on promoting Kenyan agroproduce, notably Coffee, Tea, and Avocado.
Kenya and China share a longstanding relationship built on mutual trust and cooperation, particularly in trade and development. The meeting underscored the commitment to enhancing these ties, with a specific emphasis on expanding trade and investment opportunities between the two nations.
During the discussions, both parties highlighted cross-cutting priority areas of mutual interest, including sustainable agriculture practices and economic cooperation. The Deputy President expressed optimism about the potential benefits that increased trade in agricultural products could bring to both countries.
“I am confident that our visit to China will further solidify our partnership and open up new avenues for cooperation, particularly in the agricultural sector,” stated the Deputy President. He emphasized the importance of leveraging Kenya’s rich agricultural resources to meet China’s growing demand for high-quality produce.
Ambassador Zhou Pingjian echoed these sentiments, affirming China’s commitment to deepening economic ties with Kenya and exploring avenues for collaborative growth. He praised Kenya’s agricultural potential and expressed optimism about the outcomes of the upcoming visit.
The Deputy President’s visit to China is expected to provide a platform for advancing discussions on trade diversification and mutual economic benefits, aligning with both nations’ development agendas.
As preparations for the visit continue, stakeholders from both Kenya and China anticipate fruitful deliberations that will further strengthen the robust partnership between the two countries.
