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Prime Minister's Trade Envoy Programme

12 January 2022

Proposing MP
Mike Freer Con
Finchley and Golders Green
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for International Trade
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement announces new appointments to the Prime Minister's Trade Envoy programme.

Action Requested

Two new members have been appointed to the Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy Programme, increasing its total number of parliamentarians to 34 covering 72 markets. The role is unpaid and voluntary with cross-party membership from both Houses, supporting UK trade and investment agenda.

Key Facts

  • Two new appointments made to the Prime Minister's Trade Envoy programme.
  • Graham Stuart MP appointed as Trade Envoy for Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos.
  • Lord Sarfraz of Kensington appointed as Trade Envoy for Singapore.
  • Total number of parliamentarians in the programme is now 34.
  • Programme covers 72 markets.
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