Kemi: We'll knock down barriers and cut red tape

TRADE SECRETARY Kemi Badenoch has urged world leaders to embrace free trade as she joined the UK's top fashion houses to promote British luxury goods in Japan.

- Jonathan Walker

Jeweller Anabela Chan, hatmaker Christys' and leather goods firm the House of Swaine accompanied Ms Badenoch on her first visit to the country.

She then met fellow trade ministers at a G7 trade summit in Osaka, where she urged world leaders to cut restrictions and red tape that limit trade.

"I'm excited to be at the G7 trade meeting in Osaka, banging the drum for free and fair trade to ensure global rules work for British businesses," she said.

"Working with friends around the world like Japan, I will knock down trade barriers and cut red tape, making our supply chains stronger and creating opportunities for all British businesses."