Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 March 2024
15. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs further to Parliamentary Question No. 96 of 12 December 2023, if his Department assists other Departments, State agencies or private individuals with regard to similar campaigns to secure appointment or election to international bodies; the detail in relation to any thereof in the years 2013 to date, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10965/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraIreland's active participation in various international bodies and organisations involves the appointment from time to time of Irish officials to their ranks. These appointments serve to enhance Ireland’s profile and standing on the global stage.
In the ten years since December 2013, officials of my Department have assisted in the campaigns of other Government Departments or on occasion of individuals seeking the appointment or election of nominees to international organisations or bodies. These campaigns are set out in the table below.
|
Departments, State agencies or private individuals assisted by DFA |
International organisation |
Position |
Name |
Year |
|
Michael O’Flaherty |
Council of Europe |
Commissioner for Human Rights |
Michael O’Flaherty |
2023-2024 |
|
Department of Education |
European Schools |
Secretary General |
Brian Goggins |
2021 |
|
Department of Health |
European Medicines Agency |
Executive Director |
Emer Cooke |
2020 |
