India's view of the world · A factual referenceLast updated 12 May 2026 · Edition 04
COUNTRY RELATIONSHIP · KENYA
India & Kenya
STRATEGIC PARTNERINDIA-AFRICA FORUMLINES OF CREDITDIGITAL COOPERATION
India and Kenya share a robust, multi-faceted partnership rooted in centuries of Indian Ocean trade, a vibrant ~80,000-strong Indian diaspora, and modern cooperation across defence, pharmaceuticals, digital public infrastructure, and agriculture. India established a Nairobi commissioner's office in 1948. Kenya has been among India's most important African partners, with PM Modi's 2016 State Visit, President Ruto's 2023 State Visit, and a USD 250 million Line of Credit for agricultural modernisation as key recent milestones.
COOPERATION AREAS
Where India and Kenya actually work together
5 active areas of cooperation, as of July 2026. Click any card for the full brief.
TRADE & INVESTMENT
By the numbers
FY 2024-25 figures. Source: Department of Commerce, Government of India.
$3.45bn
Total bilateral trade in goods
$3.13bn
India exports to country
$319m
India imports from country
Trade trajectory · USD bn
$3.45bnin 2024-25 · click a bar to compare years
TOP TRADED ITEMS
AGREEMENTS & MILESTONES
The relationship since 1948, in 6 dates
CURRENT STATE
Where things stand, 2026
India-Kenya relations are in a period of active expansion. The USD 250 million agricultural LoC is the flagship current commitment. Digital cooperation — DigiLocker, Aadhaar-inspired digital governance, and ISRO space training — is the newest growth pillar. The India-Kenya Business Council is deepening private sector ties. Defence cooperation is developing through maritime and training channels. High-level political engagement remains frequent at ministerial level.
