History of Burundi–Kenya relations in Timeline

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Burundi–Kenya relations

Burundi and Kenya maintain bilateral relations, cooperating in trade, security, education, agriculture, and energy. A comprehensive agreement signed in 2011 emphasizes development and technology transfer in agriculture, livestock, and fisheries. These relations foster mutual growth and development between the two nations.

July 2007: Burundi Joins East African Community

On 1 July 2007, Burundi became a full member of the East African Community (EAC).

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September 2007: Kenya Opens Resident Mission in Bujumbura

In September 2007, Kenya opened a resident mission in Bujumbura, Burundi.

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July 2009: Burundi Joins EAC Customs Union

On 6 July 2009, Burundi joined the EAC Customs Union, becoming a strategic partner in customs and trade integration.

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2011: Comprehensive Bilateral Agreement Signed

In 2011, Burundi and Kenya signed a comprehensive bilateral agreement. The agreement aimed to promote development and technology transfer in agriculture, livestock, and fisheries development between the two countries.

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December 2014: Works Begin on Kenyan Section of Standard Gauge Railway

In December 2014, works began on the Kenyan section of the standard gauge railway line. This line is part of a larger EAC project that would go through Mombasa-Nairobi-Kampala-Kigali, with a potential extension to Bujumbura.

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