U.S. Traders Write to Trump for Intervention Over Kenya’s ‘Harsh’ Rules
The U.S. traders argued that while Kenyan businesses are allowed to operate freely in America, Kenya had allegedly imposed harsh rules that prevent smooth trade...
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U.S. meat exporters are urging the Trump administration to intervene with Kenya over alleged "harsh" business rules that limit their international sales.
- The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) cited Kenya's import licensing system, transhipment restrictions, and unclear veterinary standards as significant non-tariff barriers.
- Key organizations involved include the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) and the U.S. Trade Representative.
- USMEF claims Kenya effectively bans U.S. pork through a "Letter of Non-Compete" requirement and that import duties are "trade-prohibitive."
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