Europe shows extraordinary solidarity in global affairs with others and globally it is the leading promoter of policies on sustainability. Each of these values is consistent with our values, with the values of Bunreacht na hÉireann and with our vision in contemporary Ireland for ourselves and for Europe. I am proud that the EU and its member states form the leading global force promoting the Kyoto Protocol and the search for international solutions to climate change. I am proud that in Johannesburg, for all the high ambitions and modest achievements, Europeans beat the United States of America in convincing the Russians and the Canadians to sign up to Kyoto. These things matter in terms of quality of environment and inter-generational equity.