John Gerard Hanafin (Fianna Fail)

I thank Senator Norris. I also propose looking at the situation with China. China is viewed by many countries as a country to which to turn as a last resort. The Sudans, Zimbabwes and Burmas of this world look to China now and I suggest that may be another area to examine within the Department of Foreign Affairs. China should be discouraged from taking on board these countries and providing any support for them. Some are definitely rogue countries and have acted in a manner that is totally unacceptable.

With regard to rendition, no Member of this House has at any stage been in favour of, or has agreed to, anything that in any way affects human rights anywhere in the world.