KENYA: THE government supports East African Country’s initiatives to fast-track the smooth movement of people and goods across borders to promote the economy of the entire region and African continent.
This was said by the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Industry and Trade Dr Hashil Abdallah in Nairobi on Tuesday at the Border Management Conference on crossborder trade.
“We have agreed to continue improving the business environment to promote cross-border trade with the ultimate goal of stimulating the region’s economic growth,” he said.
The Heads of State from Tanzania and Kenya underscored the importance of regional cooperation and economic diplomacy when they met in Dar es Salaam in July last year.
They directed responsible ministers to meet regularly to discuss and address cross-border business challenges. The PS said the government is determined to open up the country through economic diplomacy whose main basis is the development of international businesses.
“Tanzania is the father and defender of peace and security in the EA region and Africa while caring for human rights issues and the dignity of its citizens,” he said.
On her part, the Commissioner General of Immigration, Dr Anna Makakala said Tanzania uses modern technology to improve border management and cross-border trade efficiency.
Dr Makakala said the systems are the 2018 Electronic Migration System, and Border Management System that enables data exchange and communication between border stations.
“Through joint immigration teams and regional committees in border service centres, Tanzania and neighbouring countries partner for smooth movement of people and trade,” she said.
The conference included delegates from Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Somalia, and South Africa.
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