Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 22 Mar 2001

Vol. 533 No. 2

Written Answers. - Diplomatic Representation.

Austin Currie

Question:

39 Mr. Currie asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he expects the Government of Cuba to open an office in Dublin soon; if so, if this will be followed by a reciprocal arrangement in Havana; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8277/01]

Minister for Foreign Affairs (Mr. Cowen)

My understanding is that the Government of Cuba intends to open an embassy in Dublin shortly. Ireland's ambassador to Mexico is concurrently accredited to Cuba. I have no plans at present to open a resident diplomatic mission in Havana.