Jim O'Callaghan
Ceist:859. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Justice if she plans to invite the US Secretary for Homeland Security to Ireland this year; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14194/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 9 April 2024
Ceisteanna (859)
Freagraí scríofa
The Deputy will appreciate that my Department engages from time to time with the US Department of Homeland Security at different levels as part of bilateral relations or through engagement as part of the European Union, for example, in the context of joint EU-US meetings.
My officials also have ongoing engagement with DHS in support of the US Visa Waiver Programme (VWP). Ireland places great importance in its continuing participation in the US VWP and will continue the close cooperation with the US in this matter.
While I have no immediate plans to meet the Secretary, this is kept under review.