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The call for an air link between Barbados and Kenya was one of the topics of discussion, during a recent courtesy call between Her Excellency The Most Honourable Dame Sandra Mason, President of Barbados, and His Excellency The Honourable Uhuru Kenyatta, President of Kenya.
The courtesy call took place at State House Kenya as part of the activities for President Mason’s five-day official visit to Kenya.
According to President Mason, it is well past time for the African diaspora to be closely connected, and this view was supported by President Kenyatta.
President Mason praised the work of Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley and President Kenyatta for their efforts in enhancing the relationship between the two countries, particularly in the areas of air connectivity, trade, culture and people exchange initiatives.
Meanwhile, President Kenyatta expressed his pride at hosting the first President of Barbados, as he congratulated the island for reigniting a republican movement within the diaspora through Dame Sandra’s appointment.
He also conveyed Kenya’s appreciation for being the host of Her Excellency’s first official visit.
The two Presidents concluded their courtesy call by reflecting on opportunities to explore synergies in agriculture, manufacturing and green energy, given Barbados’ strengths as a financial and investment hub in the Caribbean.
Grace-Anne Smith 
