Trump Calls Out Kenya Over Rampant Corruption
The U.S. reiterated its commitment to working with countries to combat corruption, noting that it has spent decades building coalitions aimed at upholding ethical practices...
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The United States government has identified widespread corruption in Kenya as a significant barrier to fair trade and investment. A recent report highlights bribery and corrupt practices as major obstacles for U.S. companies operating in Kenya.
- Kenya ranks 130 out of 180 countries globally in terms of corruption perception.
- The U.S. government's National Trade Estimate Report details that corruption affects government procurements at national and county levels in Kenya.
- U.S. firms report facing challenges competing against foreign companies that engage in bribery, creating an uneven playing field.
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