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Why the Commonwealth has a new relevance for business post-Brexit

Dr Nik Kotecha OBE Chairman of Morningside Pharmaceuticals and CBI Regional Councillor

When it comes to trade opportunities, don’t overlook the UK’s close ties with the Commonwealth, says Morningside Pharmaceutical’s Dr Nik Kotecha OBE.

04 Oct 2021, 4 min read

For many people the concept of Commonwealth is outdated and consigned to Britain’s colonial past. So what is its relevance to the UK’s new post-Brexit reality?

The obvious and immediate win-win for both sides is trade. This has never been more important, as the UK looks to negotiate deals with nations around the world, while seeking to develop a new identity outside of the European Union.

Indeed, following the Brexit deal, the UK has been busy refreshing its trading relationsh

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