Brendan Smith (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister of State and the members for their constructive contributions to this important discussion. It is an important agreement and as the Minister of State said in her introductory remarks, it provides for comprehensive dialogue and co-operation between the European Union and Cuba. I am glad it was signed on the 20th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between both our countries in 1999. That development enabled a significant strengthening of relations between both countries and the raising of issues of common concern.

I endorse the comments of my fellow committee members on the potential for trade. Hopefully, Cuba can be included on trade missions as soon as possible.

The select committee is now adjourned.