Jack Chambers (Dublin West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I appreciate the question. Senator Byrne has been in written correspondence with us on the issue as well. It is very important that any host country supports human rights and fundamental freedoms. In terms of Ireland's engagement with China and the issues the Senator raised, we have reflected that to the Minister for Foreign Affairs along with the correspondence the Senator submitted to us. European Ministers for sports are clear that all countries hosting events should respect the European Convention on Human Rights, the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights and fundamental freedoms. I have reflected that to the Minister for Foreign Affairs as well.