In 2017, President Patrice Talon of Benin made his first state visit to Nairobi. He held talks with President Kenyatta where they discussed deepening both trade and diplomatic ties.[1]
Trade
Both countries enjoy cordial relations. Nationals of both countries can obtain Visas at the Port of Entry. To increase trade a Joint Commission for Co-operation (JCC) between the two countries is in the works.[2]
Annual trade is considered to be worth Kes. 94 million (US$1 million- US$1.5 million) depending on exchange rates. In 2009, Kenya imported goods worth Kes. 61 million (US$668,000) and exported goods worth Kes. 33 million (US$361,000) to Benin. The balance of trade favoured Benin then.[2]
In 2015, the balance of trade was in favour of Kenya with Kenya exporting goods worth Kes. 377.35 million (US$3.65 million) and Benin exporting a minimal number of goods to Kenya.[1]
Main goods that Kenya exports to Benin are medicines, sugar confectionery, jute and other textiles.[2]
Kenya's main imports from Benin include; Liquefied propane and butane, rotating electric plant and parts, paper and art works.[2]
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