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Direct flights, SGR extension and trade top list of Ruto, Jinping deals

President William Ruto during bilateral talks with Prime Minister Li Qiang at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China where they agreed to accelerate trade and investment relations between Kenya and China, on April 23, 2025. [PCS]

President William Ruto has wrapped up his state visit to China, during which he secured a series of agreements spanning infrastructure, healthcare, security, and trade.

The visit marks a new phase in the growing ties between Kenya and China, especially in light of ongoing global trade tensions.

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