Late Queen was 'very keen' for Andrew to be given trade envoy role
Queen Elizabeth II wanted Prince Andrew to become a trade envoy to promote national interests, with preference for sophisticated countries and specific expertise.
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The Queen wanted the Duke of York to succeed the Duke of Kent as special representative for international trade and investment to promote national interests.