John Deasy (Waterford, Fine Gael)
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Question 184: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the number of companies participating in the Irish pavilion at Expo 2010 in Shanghai; the nature of businesses covered by the participating companies; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15799/10]

John Deasy (Waterford, Fine Gael)
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Question 185: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if there are still opportunities for Irish companies to participate in Expo 2010 in Shanghai; the funding available to Irish companies wishing to participate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15800/10]

Batt O'Keeffe (Cork North West, Fianna Fail)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 184 and 185 together.

The Department of An Taoiseach is responsible for coordinating the arrangements in relation to all aspects of our participation in Shanghai. The overall theme of this Expo is 'Better City- Better Life', and therefore is likely to appeal to a more general audience. However, my Department and the development agencies have engaged with the Department of An Taoiseach to ensure that any opportunities for any potential trade or investment benefits for Ireland, which could flow from our involvement in the Expo, will be pursued.