Charles Flanagan (Laois-Offaly, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I believe the most appropriate fora for engagement and negotiation are the meetings of the EU finance Ministers, ECOFIN. This was where Ireland was successful in achieving savings in the past through negotiations such as the extension of maturities, the deal on the promissory notes and, most recently, the early repayment of loans to the International Monetary Fund. Like all member states, the Irish Government wants to see a resolution which can help the people of Greece, which is also in the interests of the European taxpayer. The Irish taxpayer, as the Deputy will be aware, has invested €347 million as part of the Greek programme. From our perspective, the resolution of this issue will happen through negotiation and engagement and I would urge all parties to recommit themselves in that regard.

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