Richard Bruton (Dublin North Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

When we have identified the end user and the country of final destination, we have to look at key issues in that country, such as its respect for human rights and international humanitarian law, the internal situation there as a function of the existence of tensions and armed conflicts, and the preservation of regional peace, security and stability. This range of tests focuses on the individual product and the wider context. Each case has to be assessed on its merits. That is the system. It is not a question of designating or blocking out a whole lot of products. Each case has to be identified and assessed on its merits. The system that is in place will continue to apply in a fair way.

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