President William Ruto and his Mozambique counterpart, Filipe Nyusi, have signed eight cooperation agreements to strengthen economic ties between the two countries.
The two Heads of State noted that the two countries were keen on strengthening trade relations for the mutual benefit of their citizens.
The agreements include mutual legal assistance in criminal matters, transfer of sentenced persons, mutual recognition and exchange of driving licenses, Blue Economy and Fisheries sector and Defence Cooperation Agreement(DCA).
Others were cooperations in agriculture, energy and capacity development in the Public Service between the two nations.
Speaking after holding bilateral talks at the office of the Presidency de Republic, Maputo, President Ruto observed that Kenya and Mozambique enjoy strong bonds of friendship.
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Additionally, he said that efforts were being made to deepen further and strengthen the partnership.
“I expressed to His Excellency President Nyusi our very strong desire to increase trade between our nations especially since both our countries have ratified the Africa Continental Free Trade Area Agreement,” he said.
Further, he said Ruto said the time was ripe to share ideas on improving trade balance by seizing emerging opportunities.
“We both have high hopes that the Kenya- Mozambique Business Forum taking place here will spark new trade and investment deals between Kenya and Mozambique,” he said.
He said it was impressive that Mozambique is home to over 1,000 Kenyans, most of whom are business persons and professionals working for international organizations.
“Africa looks forward to learning from Mozambique particularly on the sustainable exploration of the Blue Economy and Fisheries,” said Dr Ruto.
On his part, President Nyusi praised the existing trade and diplomatic ties between the two countries, saying it was for the mutual benefit of their citizens.
He said Kenya has greatly supported Mozambique in the fight against terrorism activities.
“I must say we’ve genuine collaboration in defense and security and particularly in the fight against terrorism related activities,” said President Nyusi.
He said Mozambique will continue to seek support in the banking and tourism industries from Kenya.
