Seán Haughey (Dublin Bay North, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

We did not mention the green transition and energy transition, which is so important. Energy is one of the big issues on the agenda following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and I want to wish the ambassador well with that. It is a complex issue, but no doubt the EU will deal with it. I will return to Swedish domestic policy. Sweden was a neutral country and is now applying to join NATO. I am anxious to explore that a little more, and in particular the ongoing debate regarding the Leopard 2 German tanks and so on. Is Sweden giving that any consideration? Is it a matter of interest for Sweden? Does it arise in its case? How is Sweden helping Ukraine at this point in time? Obviously it is a multi-faceted approach so far as Ireland is concerned with regard to Ukrainians coming here as refugees, our support for the European peace facility and the ongoing rounds of sanctions and so forth. However, I would be interested to know Swedish popular opinion relating to the war in Ukraine, how it should help and how it is assisting the effort. Finally, is the specific issue of the Leopard 2 tanks of interest or concern to Sweden?