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Lord Mandelson Backs Controversial Prince Andrew as Trade Envoy

2/20/2026

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Lord Mandelson supported Prince Andrew's appointment as the UK's trade envoy, despite King Charles's reservations.
Mandelson highlighted that royal trade missions enhance the economy.
Prince Andrew held the envoy position from 2001 to 2011 but faced scrutiny due to his associations with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
Recently, Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office after extensive police questioning.
He denied any wrongdoing related to Epstein but has not commented on the new allegations.

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Lord Mandelson supported Prince Andrew's appointment as the UK's trade envoy, despite King Charles's reservations.
Mandelson highlighted that royal trade missions enhance the economy.
Prince Andrew held the envoy position from 2001 to 2011 but faced scrutiny due to his associations with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
Recently, Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office after extensive police questioning.
He denied any wrongdoing related to Epstein but has not commented on the new allegations.