Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Any possible renegotiation of the association agreement or any modification of its proposals or protocols to provide for the treatment of goods coming from Western Sahara is currently under discussion at the European Union level. The question of the consent of the people of Western Sahara is forming part of these discussions. The manner in which this can be done ultimately remains to be seen. I agree with the Deputy that it goes the heart of the issue. Ireland will not be silent on this matter.

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