East or West? Kenya insists China trade deal on track amid US tensions

President William Ruto with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, on April 24, 2025.[File, Standard]

The government now says a landmark trade agreement with China remains on track, dismissing as "completely unfounded" concerns that geopolitical tensions with the United States have stalled the long-delayed deal.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekFact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.Unlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log in

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