"The World Trade Organisation’s 14th ministerial conference took place in Yaoundé, Cameroon, between Thursday 26 March and Sunday 29 March 2026. I attended alongside the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, my right hon. Friend the Member for Hove and Portslade (Peter Kyle).
"As an open trading nation, the UK thrives on its connections with the world. International trade fuels economic growth in the UK, and delivers significant benefits for businesses, workers and consumers alike. However, rising geopolitical tensions and growing uncertainty are reshaping global trade dynamics. Unfair trading practices are emerging that …..." Chris Bryant - View Speech
"The 10th round of negotiations on an enhanced free trade agreement with Switzerland took place in Geneva between 9 and 13 March 2026.
The round followed the Secretary of State for Business and Trade’s meeting with his counterpart, Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin, in January 2026 at the World Economic Forum …..." Chris Bryant - View Speech
"I am updating the House on the Government’s work to comply with the Humble Address relating to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, approved on 24 February 2026, and on the steps being taken to identify and prepare the relevant material.
The Department for Business and Trade is leading the Government response. We are …..." Chris Bryant - View Speech
"The Secretary of State has today made the following appointment to the United Kingdom’s trade envoy programme.
The United Kingdom’s trade envoys are important to this Government’s growth agenda. They support Ministers to deliver trade and investment outcomes within the industrial and trade strategies and attract foreign direct investment across …..." Chris Bryant - View Speech
"It is like an open goal, isn’t it, Mr Speaker? Sorry—you do not have a view.
I believe that we achieve far more by our common endeavour than by going it alone. That is why I am a passionate supporter of the Union. Of course there are specific things about …..." Chris Bryant - View Speech
"Promoting Scottish industry overseas is one of our prime objectives. Whether it is opening up new markets such as India for Scotch whisky, securing new beef opportunities in the United States of America, securing contracts for Scottish steel in new bridges in Ukraine, or promoting financial services around the world, …..." Chris Bryant - View Speech
"I pay tribute to my hon. Friend for the work he has done to make sure that the UK Government have delivered in his constituency. I am glad that he has raised the Lanarkshire AI growth zone, because it is really important in trying to make sure that the industries …..." Chris Bryant - View Speech