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Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: European Court of Justice (11 Oct 2023)

Micheál Martin: There have not been any judgements made against Ireland in the Court of Justice of the European Union in each of the past five years in respect of matters that are the responsibility of the Department of Foreign Affairs or the Department of the Taoiseach.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Reports (3 Oct 2023)

Micheál Martin: I propose to take Questions Nos. 84, 87 and 116 together. The security situation in Europe has changed fundamentally since Russia’s illegal and unprovoked attack on Ukraine, which has resulted in major conflict returning to the European continent for the first time in decades. Millions of civilians have been forced to flee and take refuge across Europe. In the context of this...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Official Engagements (3 Oct 2023)

Micheál Martin: Building strategic political partnerships with the United States and Canada is at the heart of Ireland's Strategy for the US and Canada 2019 - 2025, with a view to maintaining and building strong transatlantic relations. Encouraging and securing high level US political visits to Ireland is important to delivery of this objective. A highlight this year was President Biden's visit to Ireland...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: United Nations (3 Oct 2023)

Micheál Martin: I am aware of the establishment of an anti-corruption task force by G7 Justice Ministers in July of this year. I welcome this initiative, which will strengthen the rule of law and fight corruption in Ukraine. I look forward to hearing updates on its progress in due course. Tackling corruption is an essential part of the reforms Ukraine needs to undertake in order to advance its EU candidacy,...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Middle East (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: My visit to Israel, the occupied Palestinian territory and Jordan was an important step in Ireland’s long-standing support for international efforts to achieve peace in the region. My insights from engaging with the situation on the ground will shape Ireland’s constructive role in promoting a sustainable political horizon. During the visit, I highlighted my deep concern with...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: Northern Ireland (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: As I said in my original reply, I have been guided by a victim-centred approach from the very beginning of this. I have met with many victims' groups regarding this legislation. We have also raised the issue effectively in multilateral forums such as the United Nations and the Council of Europe, both politically and at an official level, since the publication of the Bill in May 2022. Most...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Departmental Reports (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: I propose to take Questions Nos. 8 and 18 together. With a growing focus on security and defence issues across Europe and at national level, Iconvened a national Consultative Forum on International Security Policy in June. This was the first time the State has ever embarked on a national conversation on security and defence issues in this manner. The aim of the Forum was to provide an...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Diplomatic Representation (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The Government does not currently have plans to open an Embassy in Baghdad. The Embassy of Ireland in Amman is accredited to Iraq. Ireland’s global impact and diplomatic network has been strengthened by the Global Ireland Programme, which was launched in 2018. The Global Ireland programme aims to double Ireland's international impact and influence in the period 2018 to 2025,...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: EU Enlargement (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Ireland is a strong supporter of EU membership for the countries of the Western Balkans, provided that they meet the necessary conditions for membership. We recognise the value of enlargement as a transformative driver for stability and peace in the Western Balkans. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has highlighted the clear need for continuing, ever-closer cooperation between the EU and...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Diplomatic Representation (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The Embassy of Ireland in London works actively to promote and protect Ireland’s interests in Great Britain, with a particular focus on supporting political, economic, cultural and people-to-people ties between our two countries. The Embassy is Ireland’s largest bilateral diplomatic mission in a single city and includes representation from seven Government Departments. The...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Official Engagements (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: I was a keynote speaker at the British Irish Association’s annual conference, which this year took place in Oxford. The aim of the British-Irish Association is to promote mutual understanding between the people of our islands, to identify emerging issues, to support positive change and to look to the future. Such an ambition is ever more important against the backdrop of the...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Good Friday Agreement (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The Good Friday Agreement explicitly recognises the essential role that the community and voluntary sector plays in working towards reconciliation and mutual understanding across the island of Ireland.As part of reaffirming a continued commitment to promoting reconciliation, the Irish Government significantly increased funding available for peace and reconciliation work after the signing of...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Human Rights (27 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: As part of our relationship and engagement with Colombia, Ireland actively supports human rights defenders, indigenous communities and the protection of civil society space, including in the context of our long-standing support to peacebuilding in the country. Addressing social, land-related and environmental issues is an essential component of Colombia’s Peace Process, and we remain...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: International Relations (26 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Ireland and Colombia enjoy excellent, long-standing relations across a range of areas and we maintain close contact with the Colombian Government across all levels. The Embassy of Ireland in Bogotá has very regular contact with interlocutors from the Colombian Government on all areas of our bilateral relationship, while officials in my Department also maintain close contact with...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Middle East (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Antisemitism and the recent increase in both antisemitism and Holocaust denial are a matter of great concern to my Department. I was pleased to have the opportunity to visit Israel recently and to reaffirm Ireland’s strong commitment to Holocaust remembrance and to combatting antisemitism during my visit to Yad Vashem. I am committed to continued engagement on the issue of...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (13 Jul 2023)

Micheál Martin: I appreciate that the circumstances of this case are very difficult and traumatic for the Tighe family. The Deputy has raised this matter with me previously and has been in touch with my officials. The Department of Foreign Affairs is providing consular support to the family. The Embassy of Ireland in Lisbon is engaged with the Portuguese authorities on the case and has raised the family's...

Written Answers — Department of An Taoiseach: Diplomatic Representation (12 Jul 2023)

Micheál Martin: There are currently three Irish posted staff members at the Embassy of Ireland in Moscow – the Ambassador, the Deputy Head of Mission, and one immigration officer from the Department of Justice. In 2021, there were a total of eight Irish posted staff, which included three officers from the Department of Justice. Two posted staff were expelled in April 2022 by the Russian...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Official Engagements (11 Jul 2023)

Micheál Martin: As the Deputy will be aware, Ireland has strong bonds with Australia, founded on shared values and on the vibrant Irish communities in both countries. There have been close and frequent contacts at all levels. Members of the Government have held a number of meetings with the government of Australia at both federal and state level, reflecting our close friendship. This March, as part of...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Diplomatic Representation (5 Jul 2023)

Micheál Martin: Ireland and Canada have a close relationship based on shared history and common values. There is a significant Irish diaspora in Canada and many Irish people travel to Canada each year to travel, live and work. The Embassy of Ireland in Ottawa manages Ireland’s relations with Canada, supported by two Consulates General, in Vancouver and Toronto. Both Consulates General were opened in...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Official Engagements (4 Jul 2023)

Micheál Martin: Continued high-level political engagement with senior US interlocutors on critical issues for Ireland is a priority for the Government. In this context, I have had several engagements with high-level US officials and members of Congress in recent months. These include a bilateral exchange with Secretary Blinken during President Biden's visit to Ireland in April, during which we...