Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 July 2023
389. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if he will review the decision to employ an IDA business development consultant in Israel, considering the ongoing breaches of international law by Israel; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36384/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraIsrael is an important source of FDI globally with many Israeli companies having an international presence, including across Europe and the UK. In this context, IDA Ireland is currently involved in a Tender process for a part-time Israel-based Business Development Consultant.
A Business Development Consultant is charged with identifying target companies with potential for investing in Ireland, engaging with senior decision-makers in these companies and presenting Ireland’s value proposition as an investment location.
Importantly, in this work, I can advise the Deputy that IDA Ireland will not target any Israeli company included on the database of enterprises involved in certain activities relating to settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory as published by the UN in February 2020.
