Prime Minister Appoints Mark Eastwood MP as Trade Envoy for Pakistan
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced 10 new appointments on Monday to “boost British business”.
As part of that drive, Dewsbury MP Mark Eastwood has been appointed to be the UK's Trade Envoy for Pakistan.
The envoys will use their skills, experience and market knowledge to help UK businesses find new export and investment opportunities and promote trade in their allocated market.
Trade envoys already work in more than 60 countries, drawn from a cross-section of parties.
They are tasked with building on the UK’s strong relations with key trading countries and work with the Department for International Trade’s global network to break down barriers to trade.
International Trade Secretary, Liz Truss, said:
“Our trade envoys play a key role in delivering our ambitious global trade agenda, and I am delighted the Prime Minister has appointed 10 trade envoys who will boost opportunities for British businesses in some of the world’s fastest-growing markets.
“By boosting exports, promoting inward investment and creating high-value, high-paying jobs, our envoys will help us build back better from Covid-19, ensuring every part of the UK benefits from our trade strategy.”
Mark Eastwood MP for Dewsbury said:
"I am delighted the Prime Minister has appointed me his Trade Envoy to Pakistan, a country the UK has a strong current relationship with as well as close historical links, particularly in constituencies like here in Dewsbury.
Pakistan is South Asia's second-largest economy with growing consumer demand and an affinity for UK expertise, products and brands; there are good opportunities to increase bilateral trade.
I look forward to being able to help ensure our vibrant commercial relationship continues to thrive and expand."
