President Uhuru Kenyatta on Wednesday welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron into the country.

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 Uhuru, who is completing his second and final term in office, held talks with Macron on how they can deepen the bilateral ties between Kenya and France.

Uhuru noted that Kenya and France share many things including trade links.

“It was great to hold talks with H.E. President @EmmanuelMacron at State House, Nairobi. Our talks reflected on the strong relations between Kenya and France, as we pursue to bolster the existing ties between our two nations and people, “he said.

The President also launched the Peugeot 3008 at State House, Nairobi alongside Macron. 

He later noted that his government is committed to ensuring the manufacturing and assembly industries are growing at a faster rate in the coming years. 

He further said that Macron is the first French President to agree with work closely with this nation as he seeks to leave behind a legacy before the completion of his tenure

“I am pleased to have been joined by my friend H.E. President @EmmanuelMacron of France in unveiling the Peugeot 3008 at State House, Nairobi. I am impressed with the progress PSA Groupe has made in delivering locally assembled vehicles in our country,” he said in another tweet.

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