Uhuru and Xi seal deals, as Kenya's avocados to hit Chinese market

President Uhuru Kenyatta yesterday held bilateral talks with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, aimed at enhancing trade ties amidst concerns over Kenya's huge growing debt.

The meeting, held at the Great Hall of the People, Beijing, China, saw the two leaders agree on a deal that will see Kenyan farmers export their popular hass avocados to China. It is projected that the Chinese market will absorb more than 40 per cent of Kenya’s avocado produce at its peak.