Neale Richmond
Question:41. Deputy Neale Richmond asked the Taoiseach if he will report on his recent phone conversation with the President of the European Union Council. [33645/22]
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Questions (41, 42)
Neale Richmond
Question:42. Deputy Neale Richmond asked the Taoiseach if he will report on his recent phone conversation with the President of the European Union Commission. [33646/22]
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 41 and 42 together.
I most recently met with President of the European Council, Charles Michel, and President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, at a Euro/Atlantic dinner, hosted by PM Sanchez, in Madrid on 29 June. I also saw them at the meeting of the European Council in Brussels on 23/24 June.
On these occasions our conversations covered a broad range of issues including Ukraine, security in Europe, economic issues and enlargement.
I also spoke with President Michel and President von der Leyen and on Thursday 16 June following publication of UK draft legislation which would, if enacted, dis-apply aspects of the Northern Ireland Protocol.
We are in full agreement that the EU cannot accept unilateral action that breaks an international agreement and that only jointly agreed solution will bring real stability and opportunities for people and businesses in Northern Ireland.
Question No. 42 answered with Question No. 41.