UK exploring options to promote increased trade, investment in the Maldives The United Kingdom s Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State International Trade, Ranil Jayawardena has stated that the UK is exploring options to promote increased trade and investment in the Maldives fishing industry. Jayawardena made the statement while answering a question posed by conservative MP Andrew Rosindell.
MP Rosindell inquired regarding the steps being taken by the International Trade Department to increase trade and investment in the Maldives fishing industry. In his response, Minister Jayawardena said the Maldives is an important partner for the United Kingdom and that officials are exploring pragmatic options to promote increased trade and investment. In this regard, opportunities to enhance bilateral trade with the Maldives in areas of mutual interest, such as food and drink, defense, education, health and fitness, environmental science, and sustainable development are being explored, s