Dinny McGinley (Donegal South West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I agree with the Senator. As I said in my initial reply, we have a very vibrant Chinese community in this country. They are very industrious people. When I come here every morning, I pass through a part of the city that is rapidly becoming Dublin's Chinatown. Most cities in Europe and other parts of the world have a Chinatown. A number of initiatives in this area have been introduced by the present Government and its predecessor. They are monitored regularly and constantly to see if there is room for improvement. All of this work is leading to better understanding and co-operation between two ancient countries, Ireland and China. I am absolutely delighted that the Taoiseach and others have been to China. The leader of China has been here as well. There are cultural, educational and language exchanges between the two countries. There are many positives in this respect.