Bernard Allen (Cork North Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 249: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the role that was played by the Irish Embassy in South Africa concerning a recent visit by Mr. Gerry Adams, MP, to that country; if meetings were arranged or facilitated concerning such a visit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33396/05]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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I am aware that Mr. Gerry Adams visited South Africa from 18-21 October last at the invitation of the South African Government. The embassy played no substantive role in organising the programme for the visit. Its involvement was limited to a lunch at the residence of the Irish Ambassador on 18 October. Guests at the lunch included members of the Irish community, NGO representatives and South African officials.