I remember when @Alan__Shatter took this initiative in 2011.
His initiative created a moment of celebration, ceremony & public welcome for thousands who have become Irish citizens.
#Ireland is stronger, more diverse & more successful due to contribution of our new citizens.
RT @Alan__Shatter: Shortly after made Minister for Justice in 2011 I created our citizenship ceremonies. In June 2011 the first pilot ceremony took place in …
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RT @irishmissionun: 2⃣ years ago today, the🇺🇳#GeneralAssembly elected Ireland to the #SecurityCouncil.
In a turbulent world, the #UNSC remains vital.
Serving on the UNSC is a privilege & a responsibility. We take it seriously & hope to show that at the top table small states can make a difference.
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Really good meeting with @NikosDendias in #Athens today. Detailed discussion and strong solidarity on all key issues. 🇮🇪🇬🇷🇪🇺
RT @NikosDendias: Ι welcomed #Ireland counterpart @simoncoveney on his first visit to 🇬🇷.
Agenda: 🇬🇷-🇮🇪 cooperation, 🇪🇺 related topics, international & regional issues, including 🇷🇺’s invasion of 🇺🇦 and developments in the #EasternMediterranean, #WesternBalkans & #MiddleEast.
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RT @JosepBorrellF: Ukrainians have proven their determination to meet their European destiny. Today, a new milestone on Ukraine’s EU path was reached
The positive Opinion is a clear message to the courageous Ukrainian people, with whom we are united by values and history.
Together, we are Europe.
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Clear statement from @vonderleyen - #EU unity in response to #UK unilateral action to break an International Agreement is strong.
But so too is #EU openness to finding joint agreement, through negotiation and compromise.
Solutions exist with political will.
RT @vonderleyen: In full agreement with @MichealMartinTD: we will never accept unilateral action violating an international agreement.
The @EU_Commission has put workable s…
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RT @irishmissionun: Today the #UNSC discusses EU-UN cooperation, with a briefing by EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs @JosepBorrellF 🇪🇺🤝🇺🇳
Ireland 🇮🇪 welcomes this opportunity to highlight the EU’s considerable contribution to international peace & security, & urge further cooperation.
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RT @GreeceMFA: 17.06 l FM @NikosDendias will meet tomorrow in #Athens with #Ireland counterpart
@simoncoveney
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RT @MevlutCavusoglu: #İrlanda Dışişleri Bakanı Simon Coveney ile Ankara'da ilişkilerimizi, Ukrayna'daki durumu ve ekonomik işbirliğimizi değerlendirdik.
Met w/FM @simoncoveney of #Ireland. Discussed our relations, situtation in #Ukraine & our economic cooperation. 🇹🇷🇮🇪
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Excellent discussions with FM @MevlutCavusoglu on a joint visit to Türkiye with Norwegian FM @AHuitfeldt. Focus was on humanitarian situation in #Syria, incl efforts to renew the #UN mandate for the cross-border aid operation, Russian invasion of #Ukraine and EU-Turkey relations.
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#Ireland and #Norway share responsibility on the UN Security Council for the Syria humanitarian file. We’re committed to ensuring aid gets to all in need, supporting the UN’s work & working with the Turkish government to keep the cross-border aid operation open. @irishmissionun
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Visiting UN humanitarian aid operation on Turkish/NW Syria border with Norway’s FM @AHuitfeldt.
2.8m people rely on aid that goes through this crossing on 1000 trucks/month.
#UN Security Council must renew the mandate on July 10th for this UN’s operation to continue.
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RT @MarosSefcovic: EU-UK relationship must be based on the full respect of our legally binding commitments.
My statement to the UK government's decision to table legislation disapplying core elements of the Protocol on IE/NI 👉 https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/statement_22_3698.
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RT @naval_service: It was a busy weekend for the #Navy ashore and afloat.
L.E. ROISIN #P51 visits Waterford.
L.E. JAMES JOYCE #P62 exercises with HMS ENTERPRISE #H88 off the South Coast.
NSR Passing Out Parade on the Naval Base.
Block 8 Accommodation nearing completion.
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#joinourteam
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RT @MarosSefcovic: Spoke to @trussliz earlier where she informed me of 🇬🇧legislation to unilaterally disapply the Protocol. The EU has always paid utmost attention to the impact Brexit has on NI, offering workable solutions. Unilateral action is damaging to mutual trust & a formula for uncertainty.
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@defenceforces @IRLDeptDefence #BeMore
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RT @EU_Commission: War Crimes in Ukraine will not go unpunished.
We support the investigations by:
→ €7.25 mil to the @IntlCrimCourt
→ a strengthened @Eurojust mandate
→ an advisory group with the US and the UK to provide strategic advice
→ a Joint Investigation Team
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Thank you @VincentONIRL & family for a fantastic career of service to #Ireland at @dfatirl - you’ve made a really meaningful contribution to international relations on a number of continents, most recently opening our new embassy in Amman #Jordan. Enjoy a very active retirement!
RT @VincentONIRL: Today my wife & myself depart Amman following the completion of our posting to Jordan and my retirement, after 27 years from @dfatirl
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I listened to a radio interview with @ClareShine01 in recent days. She spoke with such honesty, intelligence and courage about mental health, addiction and top level sport. She’s a person really worth listening to. Inspiring.
- a book well worth reading!
RT @easons: Eason are delighted to welcome footballer Clare Shine to Eason Douglas, Co. Cork on Saturday 11th of June at 12:00, where she will be signing copies of her new book Sc…
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Thanks for coming to Dublin today @Keir_Starmer and for your depth of interest in strengthening U.K./Irish relations. Always welcome. 🇮🇪🇬🇧🇮🇪🇬🇧
RT @Keir_Starmer: Ireland, thank you for your warm welcome today.
From the Book of Kells to Áras an Uachtaráin, Ireland’s rich history is inspiring.
It was a pleasure to meet with Irish leaders - we discussed our vital relationship for economic prosperity, peace and stability.
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RT @dfatirl: Ireland welcomes the election of new members to the Security Council for the 2023–2024 term🇲🇿🇪🇨🇯🇵 It is important that countries of all size, from right across the globe, seek election to the Council, to ensure that a diversity of voices are heard and to enhance security for all.
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