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February 18, 2026
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Wetang'ula pushes for stronger Kenya - Egypt parliamentary diplomacy

Wetang'ula pushes for stronger Kenya - Egypt parliamentary diplomacy

Wetang’ula further observed that the Kenya–Egypt relationship is multifaceted...

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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is advocating for stronger parliamentary diplomacy between Kenya and Egypt to deepen bilateral ties, emphasizing the potential for cooperation in areas such as irrigation and trade. This push comes after a meeting with Egypt’s Ambassador to Kenya Hatem Yousri Hosni at Parliament Buildings.

  • Wetang’ula highlighted irrigation as a key area of collaboration, citing Egypt's advanced systems as a benchmark for Kenya to boost agricultural output and food security.
  • The relationship between Kenya and Egypt is multifaceted, covering energy, trade, security, economic, diplomatic, and socio-cultural sectors.
  • Ambassador Hosni proposed that Cabinet Ministers responsible for Agriculture and Water Resources from both nations could negotiate and sign a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance irrigation systems, with legislative backing.

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