John O'Donoghue (Kerry South, Ceann Comhairle)

Before proceeding with business I wish on my own behalf and on behalf of the Members of Dáil Éireann to offer a cead mile fáilte, a most sincere welcome to Her Excellency Mrs. Meglena Plugtschieva, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Bulgaria. I express the hope that you will find your visit enjoyable, successful and to our mutual benefit.

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