Willie O'Dea (Limerick City, Fianna Fail)

I was intrigued by the wording of the Government jobs plan in which the Minister refers to grandiose notions such as sector-specific trade missions and market evaluation missions. Basically, we are talking about more missions focused on the BRIC countries, which is a simpler way of putting it.

I am delighted, however, that the Minister is focusing more on the BRIC countries. He will be familiar with a document produced in March 2011 called "A Blueprint for Ireland's Recovery". It suggests that: "Small diplomatic missions and commercial service offices should be put in place in key countries, especially in Asia, to support the drive for global investment and trade." Does the Minister agree with that and, if so, is it his intention to do it?

The document suggests that a target of 20% FDI should be coming to this country from China and India by 2015. Does the Minister regard that as realistic?

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