The MP for Manchester Rusholme Afzal Khan has been appointed as a trade envoy to Turkey
Khan is one of thirty two parliamentarians, drawn from across the political spectrum, have been assigned target markets across six continents and tasked with identifying trade and investment opportunities for businesses and championing the UK as a destination of choice for investment in those markets.
Each market has been identified as presenting significant potential for growing UK trade and Trade Envoys are appointed on their ability, relevant skills and experience. This can be based on their respective markets or UK sector knowledge, including previous government-to-government experience, as well as their commitment to the UK’s growth mission.
Writing on X he said
“I am thrilled to be appointed as the UK’s Trade Envoy to Turkiye!With £26bn in trade between our nations, there’s so much potential for growth.Looking forward to deepening partnerships, creating opportunities, and delivering prosperity for both”
