Mr. Louis Maguire:

I do not get involved in human rights and I have seen no evidence of human rights issues in my travels through the Middle East. I have visited 14 countries and hope to visit another one in the near future. I am sorry the Senator feels this way, but we may be mixing up two issues. I am looking at the business end and he is looking at human rights. I know where he coming from but I hope he also understands my position. I am seeking to salvage something for this country. If members know of any company, whether small, medium or large, that wants to export its products to the Middle East, I ask them to approach the Joint Arab-Irish Chamber of Commerce at 60 Merrion Square. We will provide every assistance we can.