Ruto heads to Russia to pursue new markets, investment for Kenya

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 27— President William Ruto is heading to Moscow, Russia, to pursue expanded markets for Kenyan exports, attract investment and secure partnerships in manufacturing, agriculture and technology as…

Ruto departs Tuesday evening to attend the Third Russia–Africa Summit and the accompanying Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum, scheduled for October 28–30, according to State House.

The President is expected to push for greater access to the Russian market for Kenyan tea, coffee, cut flowers, fresh produce and value-added products, while seeking investment to boost local manufacturing, create jobs and increase export earnings.

The visit follows the arrival in Moscow of Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, who departed Kenya on Monday ahead of the summit.

Kenya plans to use the high-level engagements to deepen trade and investment ties with Russia and other participating countries, with a focus on translating diplomatic relations into economic opportunities for local businesses.

Source: Capital FM