Kenya's Parliament Leader Pushes Economic Focus for Diplomats.
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula called on Kenyan ambassadors to prioritize economic growth. He met with Kenya's US Ambassador David Kerich in Washington, D.C., to discuss trade and diaspora ties.
"Washington stands as the seat of the World Bank, IMF, and global choices," Wetang'ula said. "Strong work here opens paths for Kenya's growth."
Wetang'ula leads a group at the Annual National Prayer Breakfast, which draws 3,500 world leaders. He spoke about young US-born Kenyans losing touch with their roots.
"The old pattern saw people sending cash home," he said. "Today's US-born Kenyans need reasons to link with their homeland."
He wants better records of Kenyans in America. "They remain Kenyans despite their entry path. We must help them feel welcome," he added.
On trade deals, Wetang'ula said Kenya fails to fully use its US market access through AGOA. "Bangladesh sells more clothes to America than all African nations combined," he noted.
Ambassador Kerich shared strong money flows from US Kenyans. "They sent $4.2 billion this year, up from $4.19 billion last year," he said. "Our people succeed in tech, health, and business."
Kerich asked Parliament for more funds to help Kenyans across America. "Serving people in all states costs much. Mobile services help but need money," he said.
The embassy plans fresh ways to bring US money into Kenya. Deputy Mission Chief Christopher Kirigua outlined these new efforts to boost investment and support Kenyans abroad.
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula called on Kenyan ambassadors to prioritize economic growth. He met with Kenya's US Ambassador David Kerich in Washington, D.C., to discuss trade and diaspora ties.
"Washington stands as the seat of the World Bank, IMF, and global choices," Wetang'ula said. "Strong work here opens paths for Kenya's growth."
Wetang'ula leads a group at the Annual National Prayer Breakfast, which draws 3,500 world leaders. He spoke about young US-born Kenyans losing touch with their roots.
"The old pattern saw people sending cash home," he said. "Today's US-born Kenyans need reasons to link with their homeland."
He wants better records of Kenyans in America. "They remain Kenyans despite their entry path. We must help them feel welcome," he added.
On trade deals, Wetang'ula said Kenya fails to fully use its US market access through AGOA. "Bangladesh sells more clothes to America than all African nations combined," he noted.
Ambassador Kerich shared strong money flows from US Kenyans. "They sent $4.2 billion this year, up from $4.19 billion last year," he said. "Our people succeed in tech, health, and business."
Kerich asked Parliament for more funds to help Kenyans across America. "Serving people in all states costs much. Mobile services help but need money," he said.
The embassy plans fresh ways to bring US money into Kenya. Deputy Mission Chief Christopher Kirigua outlined these new efforts to boost investment and support Kenyans abroad.
