Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Senator Mutahi Kagwe has announced that Kenya is stepping up efforts to expand international markets for its agricultural exports following high-level talks aimed at deepening trade ties with Oman.

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CS Kagwe held discussions with the Ambassador of Oman to Kenya, Nasra Salim Mohamed Al-Hashmi, focusing on strengthening bilateral trade relations between the two countries.

The talks centered on boosting exports of key Kenyan agricultural commodities, including tea, coffee, livestock, flowers, fruits, and other horticultural products.

The engagement comes after Kenya intensifies its strategy to diversify export destinations and reduce overreliance on traditional markets by opening new trade channels in the Middle East and beyond.

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Kenya and the Sultanate of Oman share long-standing bilateral relations rooted in centuries of trade and cultural exchange along the East African coast.

According to the discussions, enhanced cooperation between Kenya and Oman is expected to create new opportunities for farmers, exporters, and investors while strengthening economic ties between the two nations.

CS Kagwe also mentioned that the two countries are exploring wider opportunities in land commercialization and investment partnerships aimed at increasing agricultural productivity and promoting value addition.

There are historical interactions through the Swahili Coast that saw Omani traders play a key role in shaping commerce, culture, and settlement patterns in coastal Kenya, particularly in areas such as Mombasa, Lamu, Kilifi, and Kwale.

This shared heritage is still reflected today in cultural ties, familial connections, and linguistic influence, with Swahili continuing to serve as an important cultural bridge between the two nations.

Additionally, both leaders expressed commitment to advancing practical collaboration in agriculture, trade, and related sectors, intending to deliver mutual economic benefits and support long-term growth.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke