Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 October 2014
422. Deputy Seán Crowe asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if his attention has been drawn to the pro-democracy protests taking place in Hong Kong; his views on whether Hong Kong's democratic structures are now under threat; and his discussions at EU level regarding these development. [37858/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department is monitoring the situation in Hong Kong closely and is in regular contact with our Consulate General in Hong Kong and with our Embassy in Beijing.
Ireland supports Hong Kong’s Basic Law protections of internationally recognised fundamental freedoms, including freedom of peaceful assembly and freedom of expression. We encourage all parties to refrain from any actions that may escalate tensions, and to express views on the SAR’s political future in a peaceful manner. We further encourage all parties to work for a constructive solution within the framework of the Basic Law.
The situation in Hong Kong is under ongoing review at official level in the EU. The Spokesperson for the EU High Representative also issued a statement on the situation on Friday 3 October.
We will continue to follow events in Hong Kong closely.
