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China ends visa curbs easing movement for Kenyan traders

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Passengers from Shanghai present proof of a negative COVID-19 test on their arrival at Narita airport near Tokyo on Jan. 8, 2023. [AP Photo]

Kenyan traders have obtained easier access to China after the world's second-largest economy reopened its borders to foreigners for the first time in three years since the Covid-19 pandemic erupted.

Beijing on Tuesday allowed all categories of visas to be issued to foreigners.

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