Remarks by Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Helen McEntee TD at the Launch of Ireland’s Presidency Priorities and Policy Programme
Remarks by Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Helen McEntee TD at the Launch of Ireland’s Presidency Priorities and Policy Programme
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Summary: Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade Helen McEntee outlines Ireland’s ambitious six-month EU Presidency agenda focused on competitiveness, values, and security. Key aims include strengthening the Single Market, removing internal trade barriers, boosting SME access to finance, and guiding the EU budget (MFF) to support growth. The presidency will pursue active external trade, diversifying markets with partners like Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and the UAE, w
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