Kenya and Colombia seek to deepen ties through coffee, trade partnership

President William Ruto (right) with Colombian Vice-President Francia Elena Marquez Mina at State House, Nairobi on May 16, 2023. [PCS]

On Monday, May 15, the DP also held a joint press conference with the Colombian counterpart where they committed to enhance bilateral ties.

Gachagua stated that the country would enhance cooperation through a multi-sectoral approach and engagement in the multilateral arena.

"Our Government is committed to further increasing two-way trade and investment cooperation between Kenya and Colombia by focusing on economic and commercial programs and promotion of business interactions between our two countries, ranging from the SMEs Sector, the private sector, and business management organizations," he said.

He further stated that Kenya and Colombia are working towards making direct flights between the two countries to facilitate trade and investment.

"Our Political Consultations have explored the need to establish direct flights between the two countries, which will be an enabler for trade and investment for People to-People contact," Gachagua said.