A brief guide on how to use Free Trade Agreements

Using EU Free Trade Agreements in export / import operations allows businesses to reduce tariffs of customs duties for the import of goods in the destination countries. There are required conditions to fulfill and a process to be followed with the importer. Businesses can improve their competitiveness compared with companies from non EU countries not benefitting from such free trade agreements.

EU and Kenya sign ambitious Economic Partnership Agreement

The EU and Kenya announced end of last year the political conclusion of the negotiations for an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA). The Agreement will boost trade in goods and create new economic opportunities, with targeted cooperation to enhance Kenya's economic development. It is the most ambitious EU trade deal with a developing country when it comes to sustainability provisions such as climate and environmental protection and labour rights.