Kenya and the Republic of Korea continue to deepen cooperation in trade, ICT, energy and agriculture.
Met President Lee Jae Myung on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, where we reviewed progress following the establishment of permanent offices for the Export-Import Bank of Korea (KEXIM) and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in Nairobi, strengthening support for investment, infrastructure and development cooperation.
We further advanced discussions on preferential market access for Kenyan products, including tea and coffee, and explored expanding our bilateral labour arrangement to create more opportunities for Kenyans, including opening pathways for Kenyan teachers to work in South Korea.
I also welcomed yesterday’s signing of the Agreement on the Mutual Recognition of Certificates for Seafarers between Kenya and the Republic of Korea, which will enhance employment opportunities for Kenyan seafarers in the global maritime industry.
: William Ruto
President of Kenya