On March 17, 2020 the United States notified Congress that it will negotiate a trade agreement with Kenya. In May 2020 USTR published a summary of the negotiating objectives. On July 8, 2020, the US and Kenya formally launched negotiations towards a free trade agreement.

On July 14, 2022 the United States and Kenya Announce the Launch of the U.S.-Kenya Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership. Both governments agreed to pursue enhanced engagement leading to high standard commitments in a wide range of areas with a view to increasing investment; promoting sustainable and inclusive economic growth; benefiting workers, consumers, and businesses (including micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises); and supporting African regional economic integration.

On February 10, 2023 the U.S. and Kenya concluded a round of meetings of their Trade and Investment Partnership.

Documents relating to the negotiations
16 March 2023	In-person negotiating round to be held in Kenya from April 17-20, 2023
10 February 2023	Round of meetings of the U.S.-Kenya Trade and Investment Partnership
14 July 2022	United States and Kenya Announce the Launch of the U.S.-Kenya Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership
08 July 2020	Joint Statement between the United States and Kenya on the Launch of Negotiations Towards a Free Trade Agreement
May 2020	U.S. Summary of Negotiating Objectives
17 March 2020	Washington, DC. U.S. Notifies Congress of Intent to Negotiate Trade Agreement with Kenya
Source: United States Trade Representative (USTR)

•   United States Trade Representative (USTR)