Kenya eyes export boom to China ahead of tax waiver
On March 23, Kenya flagged off its first consignment of goods to China under the zero-tariff arrangement. The shipment, which includes a total of 54 containers of fresh avocados, avocado oil, coffee and green beans, departed from Kenya’s capital Nairobi to the Port of Mombasa f..
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Kenya is anticipating a significant boost in agricultural exports to China following the implementation of a zero-tariff policy on May 1st. This policy is expected to unlock new market access and increase trade volumes for a range of Kenyan products.
- The policy removes tariffs, potentially leading to a more than double increase in macadamia exports for some companies, from 120 tons to 250 tons annually.
- Kenyan exporters, including Nutri Nuts and Fruits and Vertical Agro Group, are preparing to capitalize on China's growing middle class and demand for premium, nutritious foods.
- Initial shipments under the new arrangement, including 54 containers of avocados, coffee, and green beans, have already departed for China.
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