John Brady
Ceist:367. Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Defence the details of current PESCO projects in which Ireland is participating; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31527/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 16 June 2022
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Freagraí scríofa
Ireland is currently participating in one PESCO project, the Greek led Upgrade of Maritime Surveillance.
The main objective of this project is to enhance the Maritime Surveillance, Situational Awareness and potential Response Effectiveness of the EU, by using the existing infrastructure and developing related capabilities in the future. The covered area of the project consists of all seas that envelop the EU. It aims to address timely and effectively new and old threats and challenges (such as energy security, environmental challenges, security and Defence aspects); thus, ensuring accurate Awareness and Rapid Response to contribute to the EU defence and its citizens’ security.
Ireland previously participated in the German led project EU Training Mission Competence Centre, this project closed in November 2019 with the agreement of all members as it duplicated existing structures in the EU.