Trade Persian Gulf Countries 2022-03-03
2022-03-03
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Q1
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The MP inquired about the UK's trading relationship with Persian Gulf nations, focusing on potential steps to boost bilateral trade.
What steps her Department is taking to increase trade with the Persian Gulf countries. The Gulf is an important trading region for the United Kingdom, valued at £32.4 billion in 2020.
The Gulf is an important trading region for the United Kingdom, worth £32.4 billion in 2020. The Government aims to start negotiations on a free trade agreement with the GCC later in 2022, following a public consultation.
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Assessment & feedback
The potential benefits for Rother Valley and specific commitments regarding jobs and investment were not addressed.
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Q2
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The MP followed up on a previous question, seeking to understand the specific advantages that a free trade agreement between the UK and GCC could bring for his constituency.
Can my hon. Friend the Minister set out some of the potential benefits for the UK, and especially for Rother Valley, of a trade deal with the Gulf Co-operation Council, particularly around jobs and investment? The demand for top-quality British produce is already more than £600 million a year.
I can reassure my hon. Friend that the Gulf represents a massive opportunity for many goods, from education and defence to vehicles, food and agriculture. The demand for top-quality British produce alone is already more than £600 million a year.
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Assessment & feedback
Specific benefits for Rother Valley in terms of jobs and investment were not detailed.
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