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John Primrose

@John_Primrose

Deputy Director Exports and Inward Investment - Scottish Government previously 🇦🇫🇵🇰🇸🇸🇹🇿🇰🇪🇬🇦🇪🇹🇳🇬

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Joined January 2011
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bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c93l… very sorry to read of this this morning. Sir Geoff was an inspirational figure in Scotland, hugely impactful in helping Scotland reconcile with its past, supporting inclusion, and helping Scotland connect with its diaspora in widest sense.
Sir Geoff Palmer, Scotland's first black professor, dies aged 85

Sir Geoff Palmer, Scotland's first black professor, dies aged 85

Sir Geoff moved to the UK from Jamaica as a teenager and became known as both an academic and a human rights advocate.

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@AmbJapanUK28 May 2025
I’m enjoying haggis!!👍😄
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To all our partners, thank you!👏🏾
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@KUHeS_mw celebrates the first cohort graduation of the Bachelor of Dental Surgery Programme. @The_Maldent_MW @UofGMVLS @ScotGovInter @MalawiGovt @MacMallewa @rcpsglasgow @BorrowFound_ @dentaid @health_malawi @MinOfEducation @WHO @dundeeuni
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Colleagues from @KUHeS_mw visiting @UnzaOfficial to further progress research collaborations. @ScotGovID funding fostering not only north south but south south partnerships in #Africa @AngusRobertson 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🇲🇼 🇿🇲 🌍 @UofGVC #Globalhealth #SDGs #TeamUofG
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@JohnSwinney27 Apr 2025
I express the sympathy and solidarity of Scotland to the people of Canada on the terrible attack in Vancouver. I hope for the safety and recovery of all affected. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🇨🇦
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In Beijing, Minister @RichardLochhead promoted strong trade ties on the 20th anniversary of @scotgov's China Office. As Scotland's sixth largest export market, worth £955 million, China is the: 🔵 third largest Scottish salmon market 🔵 tenth largest Scotch whisky market
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Before visiting the China-UK Low-Carbon College, Business Minister @RichardLochhead appointed @UofGlasgow's @RachelSandison as International Education Envoy. She'll drive foreign investment in Scottish research & attract international students and staff. ow.ly/S9yI50Vy0Yp
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Happy Tartan Day from your friends at the Scottish Government USA! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇺🇸 We hope everyone has a great day celebrating their #ScottishConnections.
Team Scotland, led by First Minister John Swinney MSP at the NYC Tartan Day Parade.

ALT Team Scotland, led by First Minister John Swinney MSP at the NYC Tartan Day Parade.

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First Minister
@ScotGovFM6 Apr 2025
First Minister @JohnSwinney has led @Scotland’s presence at the annual Tartan Day Parade in New York City. The parade down Sixth Avenue celebrates Scotland’s lasting cultural and historical connections with the USA and Canada.
First Minister John Swinney standing outside over a banner, wearing a dark grey kilt jacket with a green tie. He is standing beside actor Alan Cumming who is wearing a brown kilt jacket and dark tie.

ALT First Minister John Swinney standing outside over a banner, wearing a dark grey kilt jacket with a green tie. He is standing beside actor Alan Cumming who is wearing a brown kilt jacket and dark tie.

First Minister John Swinney wearing a kilt with a dark grey jacket and green tie, waving to people. He is standing in front of a brand Scotland banner with people waving Scottish flags in the background.

ALT First Minister John Swinney wearing a kilt with a dark grey jacket and green tie, waving to people. He is standing in front of a brand Scotland banner with people waving Scottish flags in the background.

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@ScotGovFM4 Apr 2025
Quantum Capital Group is a significant investor in the Ardersier Port energy transition facility. First Minister @JohnSwinney met the Group’s Founder and Chief Executive Wil VanLoh in New York to discuss potential future investment opportunities in Scotland.
First Minister John Swinney stood with founder of Quantum Capital Group Will VanLoh.

ALT First Minister John Swinney stood with founder of Quantum Capital Group Will VanLoh.

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Christina McKelvie served as our Minister from 2023-2024, bringing with her to the international sphere her commitment and passion for equalities. As a team, we’ve been incredibly sad to learn today of her passing. We extend our own sympathies to her family, friends, colleagues.
Scottish Government (@scotgov) profile pictureScottish Government
@scotgov27 Mar 2025
First Minister @JohnSwinney has paid tribute to Christina McKelvie, following the sad news of her passing. The long-standing MSP served in many Ministerial posts, most recently as the Minister for Drugs and Alcohol Policy. gov.scot/news/first-minister…
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Fantastic news that major US animation company Halon is opening studio in Scotland. A great £28m boost to Scottish screen sector creating 250 jobs. @halonprevis #HalonEntertainment bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly2…
US animation company to open £28m Glasgow studio

US animation company to open £28m Glasgow studio

Los Angeles-based Halon Entertainment has announced plans to create up to 250 jobs in three years.

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C'est officiel ! Édimbourg et l'Écosse auront l'honneur d'accueillir le Grand Départ de @LeTour en 2027. Cette course emblématique aura des retombées économiques et sociales, tout en montrant que l'Écosse est le lieu idéal pour accueillir des événements majeurs.
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Edinburgh and Scotland will be honoured to host the Grand Départ of @LeTour in 2027. First Minister @JohnSwinney celebrated the news at @edinburghcastle. The iconic race will deliver economic and social benefits, while showcasing Scotland as the perfect stage for major events.
HRH Duchess of Edinburgh being presented with a yellow jersey at Tour De France event at Edinburgh Castle.

ALT HRH Duchess of Edinburgh being presented with a yellow jersey at Tour De France event at Edinburgh Castle.

First Minister John Swinney, Mark Cavendish and Lisa Nandy meeting children and young people at Tour De France event at Edinburgh Castle.

ALT First Minister John Swinney, Mark Cavendish and Lisa Nandy meeting children and young people at Tour De France event at Edinburgh Castle.

First Minister John Swinney with HRH Duchess of Edinburgh meeting children and young people at Tour De France event at Edinburgh Castle.

ALT First Minister John Swinney with HRH Duchess of Edinburgh meeting children and young people at Tour De France event at Edinburgh Castle.

First Minister John Swinney meeting children and young people at Tour De France event at Edinburgh Castle.

ALT First Minister John Swinney meeting children and young people at Tour De France event at Edinburgh Castle.

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@ScotGovFM17 Mar 2025
First Minister @JohnSwinney has written to @MarkJCarney to congratulate him on becoming Prime Minister of Canada. He has also written to @JustinTrudeau to congratulate him on his service and leadership as Prime Minister. Read more ➡️ ow.ly/fEWX50Vj5Z4
Picture of John Swinney. Quote saying: "Scotland and Canada enjoy a close friendship deeply rooted in historic and contemporary connections. As the world today faces many challenges, the solutions will require international partners who are willing to demonstrate leadership and to work together."

ALT Picture of John Swinney. Quote saying: "Scotland and Canada enjoy a close friendship deeply rooted in historic and contemporary connections. As the world today faces many challenges, the solutions will require international partners who are willing to demonstrate leadership and to work together."

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Thank you @JustinTrudeau for your years of public service and commitment to Canada. We wish you all the best in this next chapter. We always thought your Scottish accent was great ! Good luck and happy fishing! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🤝🇨🇦🎣
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Thank you for hosting Consul General, real pleasure to meet and discuss the deep and growing relationship between Scotland and Pakistan
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@PakinGlasgow13 Mar 2025
CG Summar Javed met with Mr. Primrose, Deputy Director of the Scottish Government’s International Division, to discuss strengthening 🇵🇰🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿relations in education, trade, economics & community challenges. They reaffirmed their commitment to supporting British Pakistanis in Scotland.
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Increasing numbers of African Americans are learning about their Scottish heritage. Huge thanks to GlobalScot Lolita Jackson who is growing understanding about the warm welcome for African Americans as part of the Scottish diaspora. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇺🇸🌍
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We're hosting a special online event on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Sudan this Thursday at 1pm, with speakers from @christianaidsco @IslamicReliefUK, @Tearfund and a special message from @AngusRobertson MSP. Register to attend here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/sudan-hum…
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Scotland has strong trade and investment links with India. Yesterday, First Minister @JohnSwinney hosted a reception at Bute House alongside Consul General Siddharth Malik, to celebrate those key economic links, ahead of the First India/Scotland Business Meet in Edinburgh.
First Minister John Swinney with Indian Consul General Siddharth Malik

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Did you know that in Scotland due to the remote nature of the Scottish mountains, search and rescue operations often need to be carried out on foot? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 That's where over 850 volunteers who make up the Scotland Mountain Rescue come in, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year!
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