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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 20

Today, we paid a courtesy call on Samburu Governor H.E Johnathan Lati Leleliit. We discussed shared visions, including support for devolution, local economic development, and rangeland restoration.

We are excited about the possibilities for positive change ahead! #GlobalGateway #TeamEurope

EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 20

This visit highlights the long standing & strong relations #EU has with the #ASAL counties, including on the green transition.
This mission strengthens our partnership & commitment to a wholistic approach in addressing challenges facing diverse regions of Kenya. #TeamEurope @eudiplomacy.bsky.social

EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 20

This week, our #TeamEurope Ambassadors from 🇪🇺 🇦🇹 🇨🇿 🇫🇷 🇩🇪 🇩🇰 🇮🇪 🇸🇪 and 🇫🇮
are visiting Samburu, Isiolo and Laikipia Counties.
This visit aims to promote climate action, security, biodiversity and encourage inclusion. #GlobalGateway #EUinKenya

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 13

In Kenya, we are celebrating this day on the sidelines of the EU-Kenya Business Forum.
#euinkenya #EUKeBusinessForum #teameurope

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EUROPE DAY KENYA 2025 CELEBRATION

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 13

Schuman's proposal is considered to be the beginning of what is now the European Union.

In 2025, Europe Day is a special occasion as we are celebrating 75 years since the Schuman declaration.

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 13

Europe Day held on 9 May every year celebrates peace and unity in Europe. The date marks the anniversary of the 'Schuman Declaration', a historic proposal made by Robert Schuman, French Foreign Minister, in 1950 that laid out the foundation of European cooperation.

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 13

A busy morning at the #EUKEBusinessForum2025 with B2B sessions between EU and Kenyan businesses, investors, and government actors. Here’s George Ikua from Got Fruit a consortium of 93 Kenyan farms offering certified, traceable and fresh produce from Kenya #SmartTrade #KenyaEUTrade #DigitalisingTrade

EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 13

Good morning! Day 2 of the #EUKEBusinessForum2025 is here. #B2B meetings continue all morning, your chance to engage with biz reps like Ayub from #Ericsson #GlobalGateway #DigitalisingTrade

EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

Roundtable 6 kicks off: Digital Customs & Trade Facilitation
Discussing how tech-driven trade solutions fast-track Kenya-EU commerce.
#EUKEBusinessForum2025 #DigitalisingTrade #GlobalGateway

EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

Roundtable 1 wraps up with a powerful takeaway:
Smart + Sustainable = Stronger Kenya-EU trade partnerships.
#EUKEBusinessForum2025 #GlobalGateway #SmartTrade

EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

Smart logistics solutions are no longer optional. Sustainability = market access.' #EUKEBusinessForum2025 #GreenTransition #DigitalisingTrade

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

Roundtable 1 underway: Smart and Sustainable Trade
Discussing green logistics, smart supply chains, and sustainable trade growth between Kenya and the EU.
#EUKEBusinessForum2025 #GlobalGateway #SustainableTrade

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

"Happening Now! 3 landmark signing ceremonies
European Investment Bank and Family Bank
EU’s TEI Investing in Young Businesses in Africa - Women Entrepreneurship for Africa
European Chamber of Commerce Kenya and KenInvest
#EUKEBusinessForum2025 #GlobalGateway #DigitalisingTrade

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

Follow the breakout sessions👇🏾
Smart and Sustainable Trade [11:30 – 13:00] www.linkedin.com/events/smart...

3. Digital Tools as a Trade Growth Engine [11:30 – 13:00] youtube.com/live/JoNmvED...

4. Digital Solutions for Export Standards Compliance [11:30 – 13:00] www.facebook.com/share/16RrbX...

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

It reflects the shared commitment to strengthen and diversify our economies, create good jobs, and foster sustainable growth."

Mr Maroš Šefčovič, European Union Commissioner for Trade.

EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

"The economic parnership agreement is a landmark achievement, It is the most ambitious deal that the EU has ever concluded with a sub-Saharan partner."

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

The panel included;
CS MITI Hon. Lee Kinyanjui
CS ICDE Hon. Kabogo
EU Commissioner for Trade, Maroš Šefčovič
VP EIB, Thomas Õstros
KEPSA Chair Dr. Bedi

EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

Today’s high-level remarks set the stage for the rest of the #EUKEBusinessForum2025 by highlighting specific opportunities and challenges of the EU-Kenya Economic Partnership Agreement. Moderator Johnson Mwakazi

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

There you have it! H.E. William Ruto officially declares the #EUKEBusinessForum2025 open. Stay tuned as we move into the High-Level Panel on Opportunities and Challenges of the EU-Kenya EPA.
Follow online NOW youtu.be/Y-W0X4_KkjQ #DigitalisingTrade

#EUKenyaBusinessForum2025: OPENING CEREMONY

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

“Kenya is a key partner. The KE-EU EPA offers a stable framework for trade between Kenya and the European Union and through the #GlobalGateway we’re backing Kenya’s digital transition with concrete investment.” - EU Amb. H.E. Henriette Geige
#EUKEBusinessForum2025

EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

“The EPA is more than a trade agreement. It’s a platform for investment, resilience, and shared prosperity. The EU receives 14% of Kenyan Exports making it Kenya's #1 export market." - H.E. Maroš Šefčovič, EU Trade Commissioner
#EUKEBusinessForum2025 #GlobalGateway

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

“We are proud to support Kenya’s infrastructure, SMEs and green transition through targeted investments aligned with the EU Global Gateway Strategy. Our partnership with Family Bank is a practical sample of this" - Thomas Östros, Vice President, EIB
#GlobalGateway #EUKEBusinessForum2025

EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

With #DigitalisingTrade at the heart of the agenda, this #GlobalGateway initiative is a defining moment in EU-Kenya economic cooperation.
Watch the LIVESTREAM

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#EUKenyaBusinessForum2025: OPENING CEREMONY

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

We are LIVE in less than ONE HOUR! The #EUKeBusinessForum2025 to be officially opened by H.E. Dr. @WilliamsRuto, President of the Republic of Kenya.

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EUinKenya @euinkenya.bsky.social · May 12

We encourage all guests, partners, and participants to arrive early and be seated by 7:00AM.

Follow us here for live updates and insights from the forum:
#EUKEBusinessForum2025 #EUinKenya #DigitalisingTrade