Nairobi, April 11 -- Kenya's cut flower exports to the United Kingdom received a boost after the UK temporarily suspended duty on cut flowers for two years.

The waiver, the UK says, would make trade easier and cheaper for growers in East Africa and beyond.

"The suspension of eight percent duty for cut flowers applies across the world but will be a big win for major flower growing regions in Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda. The duty suspension will remain in place for two years from 11 April 2024 to 30 June 2026," the UK statement reads.

The move implies that unlimited quantities of flowers can now be exported to the UK at zero percent tariff, even if they transit via a third country.

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