US Increases Export of CPLDs to Kenya Amid Tech Growth
The United States reported a 20% increase in exports of Complex Programmable Logic Devices (CPLDs) to Kenya in Q3 2023, driven by Kenya's growing demand for tech hardware in industrial automation.
2023-10-15
Impact: This surge strengthens US-Kenya trade ties, potentially increasing bilateral agreements on tech exports, though it may raise concerns about dependency on foreign tech in Kenya.
Kenya Seeks Local Production of CPLDs to Reduce Import Costs
Kenyan government officials expressed interest in developing local manufacturing for CPLDs to reduce reliance on imports from the US, which currently dominate the market.
2023-09-05
Impact: If successful, this could reduce US exports of CPLDs to Kenya in the long term, impacting American manufacturers while fostering Kenyan self-sufficiency.
US-Kenya Trade Talks Highlight CPLD Supply Chain Challenges
During recent US-Kenya trade discussions, supply chain disruptions for CPLDs were flagged as a key issue, with both sides exploring ways to streamline logistics.
2023-08-20
Impact: Addressing these challenges could stabilize trade flows and reduce costs for Kenyan importers, potentially increasing US export volumes in the short term.
