Islamabad (TDI): Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan on Thursday hailed Pakistan’s record export increase to Kenya in 2024.
Pakistan’s exports to Kenya surged from $310 million in 2023 to $421 million in 2024, an increase of $110 million. This is the fastest year-on-year increase in the past five years.
“It demonstrates the commitment and collaboration of the Commercial Section of the High Commission in Nairobi, Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), and the Ministry of Commerce (MOC),” the minister said.
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The most recent data indicates that Pakistan’s exports to Kenya significantly increased between January and December 2024, marking a turning point in the two countries’ commercial ties.
The minister praised the efforts of the Commercial Counsellor of the Pakistan High Commission in Nairobi Adeela Younis in this regard.
Kamal noted that along with Younis, the Secretary of Commerce, CE, TDAP, and High Commissioner of Kenya Ibrar Hussain Khan actively promoted Pakistani goods throughout Kenya and helped establish connections with legitimate buyers.
He said exhibitions arranged by Pakistani officials gave Kenyan buyers a chance to interact with Pakistani exporters and resulted in important trade agreements.
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Kamal also praised the role of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP).
“This triumph was made possible in large part by the cooperation of MOC, TDAP, and the Nairobi High Commission’s Commercial Section,” he said.
“God willing, this growth will not only enhance our trade footprint in East Africa but also help us offset our tea import bill,” he added.
