Latvia, a European nation, has announced plans to open a consulate in Nairobi as part of efforts to strengthen its diplomatic and foreign relations with Kenya.
Latvia's ambassador to Kenya, Andris Razans-based in Egypt and overseeing the African continent-cited Kenya's position as one of Africa's most tech-forward economies and the vast opportunities in technology, agriculture, and start-up support as key reasons behind the move to establish a consulate in Nairobi.
Speaking at a high-powered business forum attended by industry leaders from both Kenya and Latvia, Ambassador Razans remarked that the Latvian government is working with Kenya's Ministry of Foreign Affairs to secure approvals for a consular presence.
Currently, Kenyans seeking to travel to Latvia must go through the Hungarian Embassy in Nairobi, which handles Latvia's visa and consular services.
