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PM Boris appoints his special envoy to the Gulf
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LONDON, 13 February, 2021 (TON): Edward Lister appointed as new special envoy for the Gulf, Downing Street by the British PM Boris Johnson on Friday.
“The Gulf is a pivotal region both economically and geopolitically. I’m very pleased to be sending Lord Udny-Lister to work with our partners there and to unlock its potential,” Johnson said.
“His appointment marks my ambition to achieve a whole-scale modernization of our Gulf relationships, creating jobs and driving prosperity at home while delivering on our priorities and values overseas.”
Mr. Lister has been a longtime companion of the PM and has served alongside him working.
Lister has been a longtime ally of the Prime Minister, and has served in a number of roles working closely alongside him.
The analysts state that Mr. Lister may by far be the right choice for it is particularly important that the envoy has a direct line to the PM for concerns over boosting the relationship between British and the Gulf.
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