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    "id": 1626079,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1626079/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Okenyuri",
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    "content": "reclaim our market share in Japan. Kenyan tea was also served and cultural performances celebrated in richness of our heritage. Videos featuring our tourist attractions from Maasai Mara to the coastal beaches offered visitors a glimpse of Kenya's beauty. Mr. Speaker, Sir, while Kenya's presence was commendable, more can be done. Notably, KEPROBA must be adequately funded to ensure Kenya secures independent pavilions in future expos. Unlike Kenya, countries such as Egypt, Angola and Mozambique had standalone pavilions, allowing them greater freedom to tell their national stories. At the Kenya-Japan High Level Business Forum, it was noted that the current trade imbalance, which is on a ratio of 1:18 in favour of Japan, needs to be addressed. A major obstacle to agricultural exports is the lack of a direct cargo flight. Transshipment often compromises the freshness and quality of farm produce due to temperature fluctuations. Tourism is another area where we can gain. Sadly, gate fees at the Maasai Mara recently rose from Kshs9,000 to Kshs27,000 for foreign tourists, which has pushed many Japanese tourists to Tanzania. In 2024, Tanzania received 5.2 million tourists, compared to Kenya's 2.4 million tourists, reversing our pre-COVID lead. Mr. Speaker, Sir, as we look ahead to World Expo 2030 in Saudi Arabia, preparations must begin now. Kenya will have another opportunity to showcase its tea, coffee, nuts, flowers and even emerging exports like avocados. I thank you."
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