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Ruto pushes for trade deal with EU as firms scout for business

President William Ruto. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard]

Kenya is pushing for the conclusion of negotiations with the European Union (EU) that would increase the number of products that local businesses can export to the bloc.

President William Ruto on Tuesday urged the EU to conclude the economic partnership agreement (EPA) with Kenya, which he noted would increase the country's export base while also offering more employment opportunities to its citizens.

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