UK defence and security companies strengthen ties with Kenya
A delegation of UK defence and security companies visited Nairobi on 28 and 29 January for the first UKTI DSO Trade Mission to Kenya.
Dr Christian Turner
UK Trade and Investment Defence and Security Organisation (UKTI DSO) led the first defence and security mission to Nairobi, Kenya. 皇冠体育app mission consisted of 17 UK companies with a wide range of expertise, including:
- in border security
- secure communications
- airport security
- armoured personnel vehicles
- aircraft service provision
- earth observation satellites
- forensics and conservation technologies
皇冠体育app mission was arranged to help assist the Kenyan government with their defence and security requirements.
皇冠体育app UK is a world leader in the global defence and security market. It is the second largest exporter of new defence products and services. It has a market share of around 22% (拢9.8 billion) 鈥� and the sixth largest exporter of new security products and services.
Speaking during the event, British High Commissioner to Kenya, Dr. Christian Turner, said:
皇冠体育app scale of UK presence at this mission is an indication of the UK鈥檚 commitment to Kenya.
皇冠体育appse are challenging times for the Kenyan security sector. 皇冠体育app threats, and the drivers underpinning them, are multidimensional and of a global reach. 皇冠体育app UK recognises the unique security challenges faced by Kenya, and has both the experience and expertise to share.
皇冠体育app UK is keen to deepen its existing security engagement with Kenya to further strengthen our prospering relationship. A more prosperous and secure Kenya means a more secure UK. Increased trade and co-operation in the security sector will help deliver our shared goal of a more prosperous and secure Kenya.
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