Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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I understand that the document referred to in the article provided by the Deputy is an internal document produced by the Council Secretariat under its own responsibility. I further understand that this is a factual account of the Hungarian economy and does not reflect the status of the ongoing negotiations. The document note does not outline any specific plan relating to the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) and Ukraine Facility, nor does it outline any plan relating to Hungary. Negotiations are ongoing; and have always been based on finding a compromise acceptable to all 27 EU Member States.

Structured and multiannual financial support to Ukraine continues to be Ireland’s most significant priority under the Mid-Term Revision of the MFF. It is important that the EU shows leadership by agreeing on a financing solution for Ukraine as soon as possible. It is also important that we send a strong signal to Russia on our united and unwavering position in support of Ukraine.

I hope that Hungary will join other EU Member States in supporting Ukraine on 1 February. Ireland will work constructively with all Member States to find a way forward and deliver the critical financial support.