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Kenya – Lesotho relations

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Kenya–Lesotho relations are bilateral relations between Kenya and Lesotho. Both countries are member states of the Commonwealth of Nations and African Union

History

In late 2019 Prime Minister Thabane made a state visit to Kenya. He met and held talks with President Kenyatta. They oversaw the signing of three agreements.

Thabane's visit came as a result of the leader seeking to improve relations between the two African nations. Relations are described as cordial, although there is little trade or exchanges between them.

Prime Minister Thabane was also the first PM to make a state visit to Kenya.

Agreements and MOUs

The three agreements signed by both governments on Thabane's 2019 visit to Nairobi include:

• Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC)
• Memorandum of Understanding for Bilateral consultations
• Memorandum of Understanding in Sports

Purpose of Agreements and MOUs

• The JCC will help with identification of key areas of cooperation
• MOU for Bilateral consultations will enable consultations between both countries on bilateral and multilateral matters
• MOU in Sports will be key in nurturing sports talent in both countries

Diplomatic missions

Prime Minister Thabane recalled that there used to be a mission in Nairobi and he talked about both countries reestablishing missions in Maseru and Nairobi.

References

1. Kenya, Lesotho ink co-operation deals. Retrieved 6 February 2020.
2. ^ President Kenyatta Acknowledges Lesotho’s Consistent Support To Kenya On The Global Stage. Retrieved 6 February 2020.
3. Kenya, Lesotho ink 3 pacts to spur bilateral ties. Retrieved 6 February 2020.
4. Kenya, Lesotho sign 3 key deals to ramp up bilateral ties. Retrieved 6 February 2020.
5. President Uhuru appreciates Lesotho support. Retrieved 6 February 2020.

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