Kenya » International Relations

The Kenya's Relations with International Community

Despite internal tensions in Sudan and Ethiopia, Kenya has maintained good relations with its northern neighbours. Recent relations with Uganda and Tanzania have improved as the three countries work for mutual economic benefit. The lack of a cohesive government in Somalia prevents normal contact with that country. Kenya serves as the major host for refugees from turmoil in Somalia.

Kenya maintains a moderate profile in third world politics. Its relations with western countries are generally friendly, although current political and economic instabilities are often blamed on Western pressures.

Trade And Investment With UK

The UK and Kenya enjoys a close relationship and frequent contacts. The UK remains the largest foreign investor at $1.5 billion. Significant British investors include Barclays Bank, Standard Chartered Bank, Vodafone, Glaxo Smithkline, ACTIS/CDC Capital Partners, De La Rue and Unilever. Britain is a major trading partner: Kenya exports to the UK are worth about £220 million in 2004. UK tops the EU table with imports worth some £186 million in 2004.