Dear readers,

We are pleased to present the third edition of the EU-EAC MARKUP II newsletter. Here is a quick look at our efforts to promote exports and investment through addressing trade barriers, value addition, quality compliance, trade facilitation and technology transfer in the EAC recipient countries.

Articles include:

• Ambassadors from East Africa briefed on EU-EAC MARKUP II
• MARKUP II supported companies shine at the East Africa Textile and Leather Week
• In focus: The EAC Leather Strategy
• East Africa Textile and Leather Week Video
• Seminar on European Union’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
• Empowering Tanzanian businesses through ITC Market Analysis Tools
• Identifying the ins and outs of agriculture value chain financing in Kenya
• Upcoming Events for July - August 2024