Tag: Trade agreements

Kenya’s bid to join BRICS

President William Ruto reportedly held bilateral talks with Chinese official Li Xi in Nairobi, aiming to deepen Kenya-China relations and secure China’s support for Kenya’s bid to join BRICS. Kenya and China have a strong partnership and are currently collaborating on numerous projects within the country. During the talks, President Ruto reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to […]...

Kenya, Trump, And The Future of US Trade Policy: What Trump’s Win Means For AGOA and STIP of US Trade Policy

The unexpected return of Donald Trump Jr. to the White House brings a fresh wave of uncertainty and anticipation for African nations, particularly Kenya, which has traditionally valued the United Stat...

21 Mar 2024

EAC’s plan to boost intra-regional trade by eliminating non-trade barriers.

In the complex world of international trade, barriers come in various forms, extending beyond the traditional realm of tariffs. Non-tariff barriers (NTBs) represent a diverse array of obstacles employ...

2 Feb 2024

When policies do more harm than good: Unpacking the impact of regulatory changes in the face of EABL’s profit decline

The release of East African Breweries Limited’s (EABL) half-year results has sparked debate on the adverse impacts of regulatory and policy changes on the business environment. EABL’s prof...

11 Sep 2023

The future of digital trade in Africa lies in Digital Economy Agreements

In an increasingly interconnected world, the digital economy is rapidly becoming the heartbeat of international trade and commerce. Yet, as the digital landscape continues to evolve, it becomes...

7 Aug 2023

Russia’s withdrawal from the Black Sea Grain Initiative sets off food crisis alarm in East Africa

Russian President Vladimir Putin recently pulled out of a renewal agreement deal entered into on 22nd July 2022. The deal, witnessed by UN President António Guterres, is between Russia, Ukraine and...

11 Nov 2022

Benefits of Kenya-South Africa bilateral trade agreements

Kenya and South Africa have enjoyed cordial relations since post-apartheid when resident diplomatic missions in Kenya and other countries were reopened. The cordial relations between the two countries...