European Union & Helen McEntee

European Union: The European Union will have Republic of Ireland at its helm for the Council Presidency, which will guide negotiations, broker agreements, and help deliver EU laws and policies. This period will focus on strengthening competitiveness, enhancing security, and upholding EU values.

Helen McEntee: Helen McEntee, Republic of Ireland's Foreign Minister, discussed deepening cooperation with S. Jaishankar as Republic of Ireland prepares to assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. She emphasized Republic of Ireland's focus on strengthening competitiveness and enhancing security during its presidency.

European Union: The European Union, through Republic of Ireland's presidency, is demonstrating continued solidarity with Ukraine and discussing ways to increase pressure on Russia.

Helen McEntee: Helen McEntee, Republic of Ireland's Defence Minister, stated that counter-drone technology would be in place during Republic of Ireland's EU presidency.