During a vibrant fireside chat at the Kenya Investment Forum, leaders from India EximBank, ElgonKenyaLtd, and InvestKenya_  shared key insights shaping the future of Kenya–India investment cooperation.

Mr. Sanjay Lamba highlighted the strong commitment of the Exim Bank of India, a major Indian bank with total assets of approximately ₹2.19 lakh crore (USD 260+ billion), which has recently opened a Nairobi office to support deeper economic engagement. He noted that the Bank has already extended multiple lines of credit worth over USD 200 million to Kenya, unlocking new opportunities in trade, infrastructure, and industrial development.

Representing the private sector, Dr. Bimal kantaria  spoke on behalf of Elgon Kenya, one of East Africa’s leading agri-input companies operating across several countries and offering an extensive portfolio that includes fertilisers, agrochemicals, seeds, irrigation solutions, and farm-support technologies. His perspective underscored the transformative impact of reliable financing and strengthened bilateral ties on Kenya’s agricultural and industrial growth. He also emphasized how the “one-stop centre” at Invest Kenya has made the investment process significantly more efficient, contributing to rising investor interest, expanding transaction volumes, and the formation of new partnerships.

The discussion concluded with a shared belief that strong collaboration between the public and private sectors is essential for sustainable growth and for empowering Kenyan enterprises.