WASHINGTON – United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai today met virtually with Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, Kenya’s Minister of Investments, Trade, and Industry.
Ambassador Tai congratulated Cabinet Secretary Mvurya on his recent appointment and underscored the importance of the U.S. – Kenya economic relationship. Ambassador Tai and Cabinet Secretary Mvurya reviewed the state of the negotiations under the United States – Kenya Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership and reaffirmed their shared objectives, including to drive inclusive, sustainable economic growth in both countries. They also discussed the importance of the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act in providing economic opportunity for people and micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises across Kenya.
Ambassador Tai and Cabinet Secretary Mvurya agreed to remain in regular communication on these issues.
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