Pakistan and Kenya Strengthen Agricultural Ties and Bilateral Trade

Strategic Insights -

Pakistan and Kenya have been bolstering their agricultural relationships and trade ties through recent meetings and agreements. Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, met with H.E. Lt. Gen. (Rtd.) Peter Mbogo Njiru, High Commissioner of Kenya to Pakistan, to discuss avenues for enhancing bilateral cooperation, particularly in agriculture and trade. The two countries recognize the potential for further diversification and expansion of trade, especially in agri-based products.

Key Takeaways:

  • The current bilateral trade between Pakistan and Kenya stands at approximately USD 1 billion, with Pakistan exporting rice, cotton, and seeds, while importing tea and other commodities valued at around USD 350 million.
  • Both countries acknowledged the potential to further diversify and expand trade, particularly in agri-based products.
  • A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for agricultural and trade cooperation is expected to be discussed and potentially finalized during the Pakistan-Kenya Joint Trade Committee (JTC) meeting in Islamabad from September 11 to 18, 2025.
  • Minister Rana Tanveer Hussain expressed interest in importing avocados from Kenya, citing their quality and competitive pricing, and stated that Pakistan is open to diversifying its import basket.
  • Kenya has a growing interest in exporting products such as avocados, mangoes, flowers, and tea to Pakistan.
  • The two countries acknowledged the presence of 2,000 to 3,000 Pakistanis living in Kenya, who are contributing in various sectors.
  • Kenya maintains collaborative relations with Pakistani institutions, including the National Agriculture Foundation and the National Textile University, Faisalabad.

Statistics:

  • Bilateral trade between Pakistan and Kenya: approximately USD 1 billion.
  • Pakistani exports to Kenya: rice, cotton, and seeds.
  • Kenyan exports to Pakistan: tea and other commodities (valued at around USD 350 million).
  • Number of Pakistanis living in Kenya: 2,000 to 3,000.

Sources:

  • Government of Pakistan. "Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, meets with H.E. Lt. Gen. (Rtd.) Peter Mbogo Njiru, High Commissioner of Kenya to Pakistan."
  • Press Information Department, Pakistan. "Press Information Department is the principal department of Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, headed by Principal Information officer (PIO)."