[PHOTOS] Kenya and Spain ink trade deals

President William Ruto and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Wednesday held talks at State House.

Ruto said Kenya and Spain have agreed to expand relations in trade, health and education.

"Kenya has also welcomed the interest of Spanish companies in tourism, agriculture, infrastructure, water management and renewable energy projects," he said.

Ruto said Kenya was committed to strengthening economic and investment relations with Spain for the benefit of the people.

He also expressed concerns over the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia.

Ruto said the issues in Ukraine have affected the globe.

"It is our position as Kenya and East Africa that the issues around Ukraine should be resolved in the earliest time possible," Ruto said.

Deputy president Rigathi Gachagua and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi were also present at the meeting among others.