Diplomatic Representation.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 October 2005

Tuesday, 18 October 2005

Ceisteanna (372)

Charlie O'Connor

Ceist:

451 Mr. O’Connor asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the countries where Ireland is considering setting up an embassy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28881/05]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Foreign Affairs (Mr. D. Ahern)

Ireland has recently opened new resident missions in Bulgaria, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Romania and Vietnam. The opening of further Irish missions abroad is considered by the Government on an ongoing basis. However, constraints on Government expenditure and limited resources mean that any expansion of our diplomatic network can only be undertaken on a phased basis, and also on a basis of clear priorities.