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- Overseas Development Aid (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: I am just quoting from the report. It makes all sorts of allegations. Farmers are described as being denied access to agricultural assistance, micro-loans, seeds and fertilisers because they do not support the ruling party. Rural villagers reported that many families with opposition members were barred from participation in the food for work or safety net programme. There are all types of...
- Overseas Development Aid (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: I have not been to Ethiopia, nor have I spoken to the ambassador, and I am not making allegations but rather quoting from a report compiled by a respected organisation. In view of what the Minister of State had to say about Goal, perhaps when we ask the author to come before the committee as regards the report we might ask John O'Shea to come in as well and let him stand over what is being...
- Foreign Conflicts (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: Question 3: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on the proposed referenda on whether Southern Sudan secedes from Sudan and also whether the Abyei region decide to be part of Northern or Southern Sudan and if he has satisfied himself that the necessary security arrangements will be in place to enable these referenda to take place [43400/10]
- Foreign Conflicts (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: I am sure the Minister will agree that after 20 years of war in this region it would be a shame if, at the last moment, the referenda were destroyed or a lack of confidence ensued because of lack of proper preparation. What efforts are being made by the UN Security Council to provide additional troops to maintain order and to ensure polling booths and all the paraphernalia required for the...
- Foreign Conflicts (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: Would it be possible for the Minister to raise this at the forthcoming General Affairs and External Relations Council meeting? Could he ask for a report on whether the Union is satisfied to date? It would be good for Ireland to show leadership in this area and the Minister is ideally placed to ask that question. If we could have a formal request that this be discussed at the meeting, it...
- Foreign Conflicts (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: No, at the GAERC meeting.
- EU Membership (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: Question 4: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if the EU is facilitating dialogue between Serbia and Kosovo and if so, if he will report on the up to date position regarding these talks [43401/10]
- EU Membership (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: I thank the Minister for his reply. Is he happy that procedures are in place whereby the EU will be seen actively to pursue the course for a peaceful resolution? Has a timescale been set in light of Serbia's application to join the Union? What effects could this have on the future membership of Kosovo? Has an effort been made to speed up these discussions?
- EU Membership (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: I was interested in the Minister's comment about opposition within Serbia. My concern is that if the process is allowed to be dragged out, the discussions and negotiations could slow down. It is vital that the EU plays an active role in pursuing both parties to conclude negotiations as quickly as possible.
- Foreign Conflicts (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: Question 30: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if the EU are involved in any efforts to restart talks between Israel and Palestine and, if so, will he supply an up to date report on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43100/10]
- Foreign Conflicts (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: I share the Minister's concern about the breakdown of the talks and sincerely hope every effort will be made to resume them as quickly as possible. I also share his view, as does the Fine Gael Party, that the only solution to this impasse is a two-state solution, which means we have to recognise the feelings on both sides. Since I took over this brief, I have learned a little about the...
- Foreign Conflicts (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: I read that part of the deal being discussed between Secretary of State Clinton and Mr. Netanyahu was that the US would supply 25 fighter jets worth $3 billion. The point the Minister has just made highlights the fact the Germans and the EU want to invest in infrastructure rather than in items of war. Does the Minister agree it is important that the EU takes a lead role in these...
- Foreign Conflicts (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: As does the EU.
- Foreign Conflicts (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: It is necessary also to get the people throwing the bombs to sign up to any deal, as we have learnt in Northern Ireland.
- Human Rights Issues (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: Question 117: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on the recent elections in Burma and if he shares the views of various Human rights groups who are urging the international community to reject the election as a sham and asking that they now focus their efforts on convincing the regime to enter into meaningful dialogue with democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi and ethnic groups...
- Human Rights Issues (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: I join with others in congratulating Aung San Suu Kyi on her release and commend the dignified way in which she has behaved since. However, any country that is still holding 2,000 political prisoners has little intention of changing its ways without the application of extreme pressure in various ways. We should begin by encouraging the international community to condemn out of hand the sham...
- Written Answers — Human Rights Issues: Human Rights Issues (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: Question 26: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs if his attention has been drawn to recent evidence of war crimes and human rights abuses in Sri Lanka presented by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43099/10]
- Written Answers — Overseas Development Aid: Overseas Development Aid (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: Question 116: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs his plans to continue funding for a programme (details supplied). [43394/10]
- Written Answers — European Union Accession: European Union Accession (18 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: Question 118: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the position regarding the possibility of Albania becoming a member of the European Union. [43396/10]
- Order of Business (23 Nov 2010)
Seán Barrett: That is the respect they have for this House.