Kathleen Funchion
Question:175. Deputy Kathleen Funchion asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if he has spoken to the new Prime Minister of New Zealand. [5839/23]
View answerWednesday, 8 February 2023
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Ireland has excellent and warm bilateral relations with New Zealand, anchored in shared values, economic ties and close people to people links. This relationship was strengthened with the opening of embassies in Dublin and Wellington in 2018. We cooperate closely across government, on a broad range of topics.
As you will be aware, Prime Minister Chris Hipkins recently took office following the decision of Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to step down. As Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, I look forward to working with Foreign Minister Mahuta to further strengthen the relationship with New Zealand.