Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I disagree strongly with the Deputy's overall analysis regarding the Government's stance on the people of Palestine. From the decision we made regarding the recognition of the Palestinian state, one supported by the entire Dáil, to the ongoing funding we have provided through multilateral and international organisations to support those people, who have seen such harm and loss of life in recent months, our stance is very clear and is understood and valued by those who represent the people of Palestine at a political level.

Regarding the Deputy's point about divestment, if I look at the value of the shares held directly and indirectly by ISIF, it is not clear that they play any role in supporting the occupation of Palestinian territories. The Deputy referred to the fact that there has been much legal analysis and debate about this. I will consider the content of that advice in the coming weeks, particularly the legal assessment about the impact of the decision of the International Court of Justice on these kinds of matters.

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