Inaugural Speech of President Catherine Connolly Dublin Castle - Tuesday, 11th November 2025 "A Thaoisigh, A Phríomhbhreithimh, Airí, Baill Chomhairle an Stáit, Baill an Oireachtais, Ambasadóirí, Ceannairí Eaglaise, agus dhaoine uaisle ar fad, chomh maith le an Chéad Aire an Tuaiscirt, Michelle O’Neill, agus ceannairí eile ó gach cairn den

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Tánaiste launches Ireland-India Economic Advisory Panel The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Harris TD, launched a new “Ireland-India Economic Advisory Panel” (IIEAP) in Dublin yesterday (September 4th). The IIEAP is composed of senior India-based business people and this new initiative is aimed at providing advice

International Day 2026 Diplomat Ireland is delighted to announce a new annual day to celebrate all of the nations and their citizens that are part of our inclusive country, and that make such a positive contribution to Ireland through their diversity, culture, business, and civic perspectives. International Day 2026