Principal Secretary for Shipping and Maritime Affairs, Geoffrey Kaituko, led a delegation of senior officials from the State Department for Shipping and Maritime Affairs in a session before the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure. The committee, chaired by Hon. George Kariuki, was convened to examine the Supplementary Estimates No. 2 for the Financial Year 2024/25.
The session, held this afternoon, saw the presence of key CEOs from various State Agencies under the Ministry, including Isaiah Nakoru, the Acting Director-General of the Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA), Abdallah Hatimy, the Managing Director of the Kenya National Shipping Line (KNSL), and Dr. Eric Katana, the CEO and Director of the Board of Marine Authority (BMA).
In his address, PS Kaituko outlined the significance of the supplementary budget in enhancing the operations of the maritime sector, particularly in improving national shipping capacity and regulatory frameworks. He emphasized the government's commitment to strengthening the maritime industry as part of Kenya’s broader economic development plans.
The committee session aimed at scrutinizing the proposed budgetary adjustments, ensuring that the maritime sector remains adequately funded to meet its goals for the fiscal year. Discussions focused on improving efficiency, expanding maritime infrastructure, and fostering sustainable growth within the industry.
Hon. George Kariuki expressed the committee’s interest in closely monitoring the sector’s financial allocations and ensuring transparency in the use of public funds.
This marks another significant step toward enhancing Kenya’s position as a key player in global maritime affairs.
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