Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will support the FARC cease-fire in Colombia, and ensure that this peace initiative is not jeopardised over the next two months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52736/12]

Eamon Gilmore (Dún Laoghaire, Labour)
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I am aware of the recent announcement by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) of a ceasefire for a two month period as of 20th November 2012. We in Ireland appreciate the responsibility that rests on all parties to these negotiations. We understand very well the challenges, the opportunities and the imperative of peace building and welcome any action taken to spare the Colombian people from violence.

I hope that the ongoing peace negotiations will result in an end to the long conflict that has caused much suffering in Colombia and provide the people of that country with the peace and stability that they deserve.