High-Level Discussions Between PS Abubakar Hassan and British Delegation Focus on Trade and Business Collaboration

On the present day, PS Abubakar Hassan welcomed a delegation representing the British High Commission and the British Chamber of Commerce of Kenya. The primary focus of the discussions was on the forthcoming visit of the Special UK Envoy for Trade to Kenya, anticipated to take place in late September 2023. Additionally, deliberations encompassed the organization of a UK Business Forum in Nairobi before the culmination of this year. This forum is intended to serve as a preliminary event for the upcoming Africa Business Summit scheduled for April 2024.

During the meeting, the visiting delegation expressed their commitment to providing support to the department's initiatives. This support encompasses the implementation of the County Competitiveness Index and associated toolkit. Furthermore, the delegation pledged to assist in identifying and addressing challenges that impede the operations of British businesses in Kenya. This collaborative approach underscores the efforts to enhance trade and business relationships between the two nations.