Seanad debates

Wednesday, 12 March 2003

Convention on the Future of Europe: Statements.

 

I agree there is a need to look at the common defence and security policy. I will put one pertinent question. Deputy Bruton talked about the importance for Ireland of having a position and the question of the Security Council. The Deputy did not explain how Ireland would balance its position between Europe and the UN. The argument made by many against the first section of the Deputy's statement is that the UN should police the world. I believe that Ireland should work out its position in Europe, have a position in the Security Council and then accept the democratically taken decision of the UN on world affairs.

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