With regard to Palestinian membership of the United Nations, it is not good enough for this State to wait to see what the President of the United States or European Union will do. Both parties are watching each other. This is an opportunity for the Irish State to show leadership. That is what we need to do. We should consider our affinity with the Palestinian people. Let the Government show leadership, both in Europe and the rest of the world and give a clear and unequivocal commitment that we will support the right of the Palestinians to a seat at the United Nations.