Details of Ruto's 2-Day Visit to Egypt

President William Ruto flew out of the country on Wednesday, January 29 for a two-day state visit to Egypt.

According to communication from State House, Ruto was welcomed by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, at the Headquarters of the Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt after his arrival.

During the two days, the two leaders will engage in various issues pertaining to trade and investments in both countries.

Through the deliberations, both countries are also to sign agreements of cooperation between various ministries and state departments.

"The two leaders will hold talks on various issues, including diplomatic, trade and investment relations between the two countries.

"They will also witness the signing of at least 12 agreements, and later address a press conference," read the statement in part.

During his State Visit, Ruto is also expected to drum up support for the candidature of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga - who is contesting for the African Union Commission (AUC) elections.

The elections are scheduled to take place between February 15 and 16.

"Egypt is an important trading partner for Kenya and the second largest tea importer, accounting for 14% of the total export volume. Annually, Egypt imports an average of 84 million kilogrammes of tea from Kenya worth about Ksh21 billion," Ruto stated.

The two countries are committed to diversifying trade, especially in agriculture, manufacturing, meat and meat products, horticulture and pharmaceuticals."