National Assembly Speaker, the Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses Wetang'ula on Wednesday welcomed His Excellency Ibrar Husnain Khan, Pakistan's High Commissioner to Kenya, for a courtesy call at his office, Parliament Buildings.

Dr. Wetang'ula and High Commissioner Khan engaged in fruitful deliberations on various matters of mutual interest including enhanced Parliamentary engagements between the two nations.

Speaker Wetang'ula said that the meeting marked a significant moment in the diplomatic relations between Kenya and Pakistan marking deep ties to explore mutual interests shared by the two nations.

They deliberated on avenues to strengthen cooperation not only between Kenya and Pakistan but also within the broader East African region.

"Pakistan has been a longstanding trading partner of Kenya, with our tea being a major export to their country," said Dr. Wetang'ula.

High Commissioner Khan echoed these sentiments, highlighting the importance of Kenya as a strategic partner for Pakistan in Africa.

He emphasized the shared goals of both countries in promoting economic growth, cultural exchange, and regional stability.

The two leaders expressed optimism about the future of Kenya-Pakistan relations.

They agreed to continue working closely to explore new opportunities for collaboration, particularly in trade, investment, and education.

Cognizant that Kenya continues to position itself as a key player in the East African region, Speaker Wetang’ula underscored the importance of such engagements noting that they play a crucial role in fostering international partnerships and driving economic development.

"Today's discussions reaffirmed our commitment to enhancing this relationship further, ensuring that both nations continue to benefit from our trade and diplomatic ties,” said Hon. Wetang’ula.

Speaker Wetang’ula indicated that the longstanding relationship between Kenya and Pakistan serves as a testament to the benefits of sustained diplomatic efforts and mutual cooperation.