Billy Kelleher (Cork North Central, Fianna Fail)
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Question 41: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade his views and those of the EU on the new Hungarian Constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2366/12]

Eamon Gilmore (Dún Laoghaire, Labour)
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I refer the Deputy to my answer to a previous Priority question on this matter. I would add that, in its statement of 11 January, the European Commission recalled that a stable environment, based on the rule of law, including respect for media freedom, democratic principles and fundamental rights, is the best guarantee of citizens' trust and the confidence of partners and investors, which was particularly vital in times of economic crisis.

As Hungary prepares for important discussions with the EU and IMF, I trust that it will reflect on the measures necessary to achieve confidence among partners for the benefit of its people. In adopting such a course, and in engaging with the concerns that have been aired both within Hungary and by Hungary's international partners, Hungary would have the support of Ireland.