Paul Donnelly
Question:178. Deputy Paul Donnelly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence if he has spoken with the United States Defence Secretary to date in 2023. [32341/23]
View answerDáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 July 2023
178. Deputy Paul Donnelly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence if he has spoken with the United States Defence Secretary to date in 2023. [32341/23]
View answerTo date, in my capacity as Minister for Defence, I have not spoken with the United States Secretary of Defence, Lloyd Austin.However, I look forward to engaging collectively and bilaterally with international colleagues as and when the opportunities present themselves. In that regard, I look forward to an opportunity to speak or meet with the Secretary Austin.