European Union & Simon Harris

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.

Simon Harris: Simon Harris, Republic of Ireland's Tánaiste and Minister for Finance, greeted Volodymyr Zelenskyy upon his arrival and expressed Republic of Ireland's commitment to supporting Ukraine.

European Union: The European Union is the originator of Directive 2023/2673, which mandates these new consumer protection rules across its member states, including Republic of Ireland.

Simon Harris: Simon Harris, as Tánaiste and Minister for Finance, is responsible for signing these new rules into Irish law, emphasizing the importance of consumer protection in a digitalized financial landscape.

European Union: Republic of Ireland>>> plans to raise the issue of the detentions at the European Union>>> level, potentially leading to collective action or sanctions against Israel>>>.

Simon Harris: As Tanaiste of Republic of Ireland>>>, Simon Harris>>> has called Israel>>>'s actions illegal and in breach of international law, supporting further action at the EU level.

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.

Simon Harris: Simon Harris, then Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade and Defence of Republic of Ireland, held delegation-level talks with S. Jaishankar to review bilateral cooperation and key global and regional matters of mutual interest.

European Union: The EU is divided on further steps against Israel. Republic of Ireland's unilateral action may pressure the bloc to consider similar measures, but consensus remains elusive.

Simon Harris: Former Irish Prime Minister Harris is mentioned in context of earlier criticism of Israel, but not directly involved in this legislation.

European Union: The European Union is being urged by Italy and Ireland to consider sanctions against Itamar Ben-Gvir and further action against Israel, indicating potential diplomatic pressure.

Simon Harris: Simon Harris, Tánaiste of Ireland, condemned Israel's detention of Irish citizens on the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, stating Israel was 'in breach of international law'.

Simon Harris: Simon Harris, Tánaiste and Minister for Finance of Republic of Ireland, stated that the European_Commission should not take for granted that MEPs will back the deal and that Republic of Ireland benefits from free trade but not at the expense of its farmers' standards.

Simon Harris: Simon Harris, Republic of Ireland's Tánaiste, has advocated for prohibiting social media use for under-16s in Republic of Ireland.