On 3 September 2025, representatives from the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) held a strategic engagement with officials from the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products (CCCIMEP). The meeting was attended by KNCCI Acting CEO Mr. KK Mutai and Director Mr. Ken Onditi, MBS, alongside other stakeholders. Discussions focused on strengthening trade relations and identifying actionable areas for collaboration between Kenya and China.

CCCME emphasized the need for KNCCI to advocate for policy reforms that would reduce the cost of doing business in Kenya. Key recommendations included engaging the government on taxation policies and addressing the burden of multiple licensing requirements that continue to affect business efficiency. The Chamber also highlighted the importance of promoting trade through digital platforms such as Kilimall, recognizing their potential to expand market access and lower operational costs for Kenyan enterprises.

Both parties explored strategies to enhance bilateral trade. These included expanding the market for Kenyan products in China to help bridge the existing trade imbalance, encouraging Chinese companies to invest in Kenya’s agro-processing and value addition sectors, and fostering partnerships in technology and innovation—particularly in tourism and cultural exchange. The importance of skill transfer through structured exchange programs was also underscored as a means of building local capacity and promoting sustainable development.

Sectoral interests such as Health Core and Packaging were noted for targeted engagement. A follow-up event under the Chamber of Commerce was referenced for April 8th, and internal routing was noted as “From Habil to David” for coordination purposes.