Simon Coveney
@simoncoveney
Former Irish Government Minister in various portfolios: Foreign Affairs, Enterprise & Trade, Defence, Housing & Planning, Agriculture, Food & Marine.
Significant statement by France. Will give powerful signal that a Two State Solution is possible & must be insisted upon by Int. Community. In the meantime shocking & illegal targeting of innocent Palestinians in Gaza must end, with ceasefire, release of hostages & aid access.
Consistent with its historic commitment to a just and lasting peace in the Middle East, I have decided that France will recognize the State of Palestine. I will make this solemn announcement before the United Nations General Assembly this coming September.…
Enough. Gaza is starving. Ceasefire now. We must save as many lives as we can – and we have a plan. My update to UN Member States on the steps necessary to stop this horror👇 unocha.org/considerations…
I welcome the announcement by President Macron that 🇫🇷 will recognise 🇵🇸 in September. This is an important contribution towards implementing the two State solution, which offers the only lasting basis for peace and security for Israelis and Palestinians alike.
Fidèle à son engagement historique pour une paix juste et durable au Proche-Orient, j’ai décidé que la France reconnaîtra l’État de Palestine. J’en ferai l’annonce solennelle à l’Assemblée générale des Nations unies, au mois de septembre prochain.…
Today, a group of states that are supporters of action on conflict & hunger adopted a statement on the humanitarian situation in Gaza: 🇩🇴 🇪🇪 🇫🇷 🇩🇪 🇬🇾 🇮🇪 🇲🇽 🇳🇱 🇳🇴 🇸🇱 🇸🇮 🇪🇸 🇸🇪 🇨🇭 🇬🇧 It is unacceptable that man-made & avoidable conflict-induced hunger continues to afflict civilians…
One of the greatest players to ever wear the jersey, @PeterOM6 retires this summer after an incredible career. A massive fans' favourite & our captain for over 10 years, we wish Pete & his family the very best for the future ❤️ #ThanksPete | #SUAF 🔴
As demand grows for cleaner energy, the Port of Cork is playing a key role in enabling offshore wind and marine renewables. 📷Aiden Henry
Epic Munster Final!! Brilliant performance @OfficialCorkGAA Congratulations! 🇲🇨🇵🇪 rte.ie/sport/hurling/…
Good jobs news y’day w/Labour Force Survey showing 90k+ jobs created in last 12mths. Employment now at 2.81m w/jobs created across the regions. Female participation, part & full time jobs up. We are facing the challenges ahead from a position of strength tinyurl.com/ywf8c3b7
Spoke w @jamiesongreer & @howardlutnick. The EU's fully engaged, committed to securing a deal that works for both. @EU_Commission remains ready to work in good faith. EU-US trade is unmatched & must be guided by mutual respect, not threats. We stand ready to defend our interests.
Finally, consequences for humanitarian catastrophe caused by Israeli actions in Gaza. Int. Community must do more to stop senseless violence & destruction, claiming thousands of lives Only solution: Ceasefire, release ALL hostages, massive aid deliveries rte.ie/news/middle-ea…
Brexit ‘reset’ deal is good for Ireland, EU and UK. Makes absolute sense to cooperate on defence, security, agri food trade, research and movement of people. There’s more to work on, but let’s welcome this win win. Don’t let the naysayers pick it apart. irishtimes.com/business/2025/…
Today’s Agreement marks the beginning of an ambitious and productive new phase of 🇪🇺-🇬🇧 cooperation that is to the benefit of people and businesses across our continent and across the island of Ireland. I welcome this new strategic partnership. Good for 🇮🇪 , the 🇪🇺 & the 🇬🇧.
I welcome the outcome of today’s EU-UK Summit in London and congratulate PM @Keir_Starmer, @EU_Commission President @vonderleyen and @eucopresident Costa on concluding agreements and setting out an ambitious agenda for strengthening the partnership between the EU and the UK.
In addition to Gaza, we must also stay focused on the terrible situation in the occupied West Bank. Annexation is illegal. Settlements are illegal. Only a two-State solution can deliver sustainable peace: Israel & Palestine living side-by-side in peace & security.
Enough. We demand rapid, safe, and unimpeded access to starving civilians in Gaza. We have a plan. We have thousands of trucks of food at the border. Let us in. Let us work. bit.ly/3S7M0oo
Fáilte ar ais chuig an mBruiséil, dear @MichealMartinTD. I’m truly looking forward to our collaboration. Our discussion touched on some of the most pressing issues of our time. From enhancing Europe’s competitiveness and strengthening the single market, to advancing trade and…
Today the #GlobalIreland Summit takes place in Dublin Castle. Watch our video on how #TeamIreland’s global footprint has expanded as we seek to extend our influence, articulate our values and tell the story of 🇮🇪 as a great place to visit, invest, trade and study.
Powerful words by Mike Ryan, speaking for all right thinking people! History will judge us so harshly for not finding a way to stop this senseless slaughter & mutilation of thousands of children. linkedin.com/posts/lorcanow…
Niall McCarthy and his team at @CorkAirport are doing a fantastic job. Fastest growing airport in the country. No fuss, just delivery of growth and better passenger experience. Well done! businesspost.ie/news/cork-airp…
