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Malawi: Chakwera for Consolidation of Trade and Bilateral Relationship With Kenya

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Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera says he will use his visit to Kenya to consolidate among other things, trade as well as long standing bilateral relationship between the two countries.

Speaking on his departure at Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe Tuesday, Chakwera said for the country to be self – reliant in pursuit of a new Malawi, it has to consolidate its relationship with all other countries.

“Consolidation of our relationship with Kenya and other countries will be of great benefit to Malawi. This is to mark another level of cooperation. Kenya and Malawi have been friends for a long time,” added the president.

“Friends of Kenya are also friends of Malawi.”

Whilst in Kenya, President Chakwera will hold bilateral talks with President Kenyatta.

President Chakwera’s Press Secretary Anthony Kasunda said: “The president will use these official assignments to secure international connections for Malawi.

“Dr. Chakwera is expected to meet with powerful dignitaries during the 12 day working trip in the three countries. At the end of it all, Malawi will benefit from the trip significantly.”

On Wednesday, the Malawi leader will be a special guest at the 2021 Mashujaa (Heroes) Day Celebrations.

The day was set aside to honour all Kenyan heroes. The Malawi leader is also expected to deliver a keynote address at the Malawi Investment Forum and will meet Malawians living in Kenya.