Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 27 April 2023
19. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if Ireland will propose further measures to target Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19894/23]
View answer61. Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if any further sanctions are planned against Russia for its illegal war against Ukraine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19711/23]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 19 and 61 together.
Ireland has consistently supported the adoption of strong sanctions in response to Russia’s illegal actions in Ukraine. The EU has adopted ten sanctions packages in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Measures introduced include asset freezes, travel bans, trade restrictions, the deSwifting of Russian banks, broadcasting bans and other extensive measures. These sanctions are having an impact on Russia and it is important that this pressure is maintained.
Discussions are now underway on an eleventh sanctions package, with the European Commission expected to present a proposal in the coming weeks. Ireland welcomes and is participating fully in these discussions.
It is expected that the eleventh package will include a focus on the strengthening the enforcement of existing measures and tackling circumvention. David O’Sullivan’s work as International Special Envoy for the Implementation of EU Sanctions will be central to efforts to strengthen implementation and addressing issues of circumvention in third countries.
