Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 February 2014
162. Deputy Micheál Martin asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade when the United States ambassador to Ireland will be appointed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2176/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraAmbassador Daniel M. Rooney completed his Mission as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Ireland on 14 December 2012.
Pending the nomination of his successor, the Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the United States of America is acting in the capacity of Chargé d'Affaires, ad interim.
While the appointment of a new Ambassador is a matter for the sending state to initiate, I am keen to see that process concluded as soon as possible and to welcoming a new Ambassador to Ireland at the earliest opportunity.
