| 词条 | Kenya–Sri Lanka relations |
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Kenya–Sri Lanka relations are bilateral relations between Kenya and Sri Lanka. HistoryDiplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Kenya was established in 1970. Nairobi serves as the main communication and financial center of the African Great Lakes.[1] Both countries signed a Bilateral Air Services Agreement BASA agreement that allows direct flights between both countries by airlines owned by firms originating from either one of the countries.[1] In 2013, former President of Sri Lanka Mahinda Rajapaksa made a state visit to Kenya. He had talks with Uhuru Kenyatta, President of Kenya.[1] During his visit both countries agreed to improve security on sea lanes. They also agreed to improve shipping and port connectivity between their respective countries.[2] In 2019 President Maithripala Sirisena visited Kenya to participate United Nation Environment Assembly in Nairobi TradeIn 2013, trade between both countries was valued at US$13.94 million, up from US$12.78 million in 2012. In 2014, trade between both countries between January and June was valued at US$5.86 million.[3] Kenya’s main exports to Sri Lanka include: natural sodium carbonate, salt, pepper and tea which is imported by Sri Lanka for blending purposes.[4] The tea is usually 35% Sri Lankan and 65% Kenyan.[1] Sri Lanka’s exports to Kenya in 2013 consisted of: natural rubber, tyres, sacks and bags, staple fibre, tea, rice, coconut coir and activated carbon.[3] About 10 Sri Lankan companies have operations in Kenyan Export Processing Zones, there are also some IT companies in Kenya.[1] Diplomatic missionsSri Lanka is represented in Kenya through its High Commission in Nairobi. The current Sri Lankan Ambassador to Kenya is H.E. Mr. Vadivel Krishnamoorthy[5] References1. ^1 2 3 4 . Sri Lanka Concludes a Bilateral Air Services Agreement with Kenya. Retrieved on 15 January 2015. {{Foreign relations of Kenya}}{{Foreign relations of the Sri Lanka}}{{DEFAULTSORT:Kenya-Sri Lanka}}2. ^ . Kenya, Sri Lanka to improve trade ties. Retrieved on 15 January 2015. 3. ^1 . Kenya-Sri Lanka Joint Economic Cooperation talks a success. Retrieved on 15 January 2015. 4. ^ . Kenya trade with Sri Lanka. Retrieved on 15 January 2015. 5. ^http://htsyndication.com/htsportal/article/Vadivel-Krishnamoorthy-presents-credentials-to-Kenyan-President/5495923 5 : Kenya–Sri Lanka relations|Bilateral relations of Kenya|Bilateral relations of Sri Lanka|Kenya and the Commonwealth of Nations|Sri Lanka and the Commonwealth of Nations |
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