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The Dutch monarch commended the long-standing cooperation between the two nations, which has spanned more than 60 years Kenya and the Netherlands have signed agreements that will enhance bilateral cooperation in water management and renewable energy. Three memoranda of understanding (MoUs) and a Letter of Intent were signed at State House, Nairobi, last week during a three-day State Visit by King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands. Kenyan President William Ruto highlighted the alignment between Kenya’s Vision 2030 and the Netherlands’ leadership in water management and sustainable energy. Netherlands company projects pledge “The Netherlands’ global leadership in sustainable agriculture, water management and renewable energy aligns seamlessly with Kenya’s Vision 2030,” he said. As part of the agreements, Dutch company Invest International has pledged to fund two critical water projects in Kenya: The Naivasha Special Economic Zone Water Supply Sanitation Project and the Sabaki Bulk Water Supply Project The total investment for these projects stands at €3 million (around $3.2m or KSh423m) “These projects will enhance access to clean and reliable water, a fundamental pillar for sustainable development and economic progress,” said Ruto. King Willem-Alexander commended the long-standing cooperation between Kenya and the Netherlands, which has spanned over 60 years. “We attach great value to our cooperation with Kenya. This visit shows how our interests are aligned and how close our ties have become,” he said. Agreements look to boost agriculture, tourism sectors The leaders also signed agreements to establish a Joint Trade Committee to boost bilateral trade and an Agricultural Working Group to improve agricultural collaboration. Additionally, a memorandum of understanding was signed to promote tourism by encouraging more Dutch investment in Kenya’s tourism sector. Cold chain corridor linking the two countries The royal delegation’s visit included an inspection of Kenya’s Inland Container Depot in Naivasha, where they launched a direct cold chain corridor to the Port of Rotterdam. This initiative aims to streamline the transportation of perishable goods, enhancing Kenya’s export efficiency. The two heads of state also directed their foreign affairs ministers to convene political consultations to strengthen collaboration on regional peace and security, climate change and development partnerships. |
