Iranian and Kenyan presidents sign trade agreement to strengthen ties
During Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s inaugural visit to Kenya, both Iran and Kenya signed multiple trade agreements, demonstrating their commitment to enhancing bilateral ties.
This visit marks the first time an Iranian president has toured Africa in over a decade, highlighting Iran’s pursuit of increased diplomatic support to alleviate its international isolation.
President Raisi’s tour also includes visits to Uganda and Zimbabwe this week.
Following a meeting with Kenyan President William Ruto, President Raisi is scheduled to engage in discussions with Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni in Uganda and meet Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Thursday.
President Raisi expressed that his visit to Kenya signifies a significant milestone in the development of relations between the two nations.
He emphasized that his talks with President Ruto exemplify the determination of both countries to expand economic, trade, political, and cultural cooperation.
Iran’s intensified diplomatic efforts in recent months aim to mitigate the impact of U.S. sanctions and counter its isolation since the United States withdrew from the nuclear program deal in 2018.
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