Defence Forces
Dail Éireann — 2022-05-12
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James Lawless (FF), Kildare North

I agree with the Minister and I note those comments. It is a difficult choice for the Government but it is a very important strategic one, given our position in the emerging global structures and the threats and challenges that prevail. It is time that Ireland stood up and took its place among the nations of the world. I wish the Minister well in those deliberations and he has my support.

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Sitting date: 2022-05-12