Trade Fairs

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 March 2023

Tuesday, 7 March 2023

Questions (147)

Mick Barry

Question:

147. Deputy Mick Barry asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if his Department has provided any support to Irish companies to participate in the IDES 2023 arms fair in Abu Dhabi; if his Department is aware of any Irish companies participating in the fair; if so, if a list of the companies will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11169/23]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment

Both Enterprise Ireland and the IDA have advised that they have no client companies participating in the IDEX 2023 arms fair in Abu Dhabi.

Enterprise Ireland is precluded from promoting military arms, unless sanctioned by the Government. Similarly, in line with legal constraints on its remit, IDA does not target companies producing military goods.