Written answers

Wednesday, 27 June 2018

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Trade Relations

Photo of Bernard DurkanBernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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106. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the extent to which he can positively influence the international situation now leading to a multiplicity of trade wars which will negatively affect persons particularly in smaller countries; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28353/18]

Photo of Bernard DurkanBernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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107. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the degree to which the international community remains alert to the dangers of trade wars which can result in severe hardship and starvation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28354/18]

Photo of Simon CoveneySimon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 106 and 107 together.

The Government regards the question of possible disruptions to international trading relationships as a matter of concern and is working with its EU partners to promote Ireland’s interests. The Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation has lead responsibility for international trade negotiations.

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