asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs if an official delegation visited Iraq prior to 15 October 1988; if he will give a list of the members of the delegation; the purpose of their visit; if he will give details of any meetings which took place with members of the Iraqi Government or their representatives; if any Irish Government officials or representatives of Irish companies or trade organisations attended such meetings; if so, their names; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Delegation to Iraq.
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I am not aware of the visit of any official delegation to Iraq during the six months prior to 15 October 1988.
Representatives of Irish trade promotion bodies as well as private commercial interests have on-going contacts with the authorities in Iraq for the discussion of private business matters but the contents of such contacts normally remain confidential between the parties.