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Diplomatic Service: Trade Promotion

Asked by Callum AndersonLabourForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 8 September 2026UIN 24437

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment he has made of which overseas markets offer the greatest potential for additional UK exports as a result of enhanced diplomatic engagement.

Answered by Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) works closely with other government departments, including His Majesty's Treasury and the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, to assess and prioritise overseas markets that offer the greatest potential for UK growth. This analysis informs the FCDO's diplomatic engagement to support economic growth, including support for UK exports.

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