Statement by Minister Helen McEntee, T.D. on the EU’s response to COVID-19
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Today, on International Day of Multilateralism, Minister of State for European Affairs, Helen McEntee, T.D., has commended the strong support and solidarity continuing to be demonstrated at EU level in response to COVID-19.
Following a meeting of EU Ministers this week that included the Minister and a subsequent EU Council meeting attended by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar; the Minster has highlighted in particular some very specific measures the EU has taken to address the health and socio-economic consequences of the pandemic.
“This week, The EU issued a Roadmap for Recovery to Member States setting out actions to overcome the economic effects of the crisis, which is constantly being discussed by EU Leaders and Ministers across our Union.
“This is a global pandemic; something that none of us have ever experienced before in our lifetime. It is now more than ever that the EU should come to fore; helping to ensure that we react to the crisis in a cohesive way. In doing so, that we make our citizens safe and that the EU plays its role in rebounding our economies.
“In that vein the EU has already taken a series of measures to date including;
“Having continuous interaction and engagement with my fellow EU colleagues has allowed me to hear how some countries are beginning the process of gradually easing their COVID-19 containment measures.
“It is important that we in Ireland learn from the experience of those who are ahead of us on the curve so that we do not move too fast in easing restrictions and suffer a set-back.
“It is clear from speaking with my European Affairs colleagues that we all value the leadership and solidarity of the EU and its institutions. There are, of course, challenges but I look forward to the EU’s continued cooperation and solidarity as we work together through this crisis.”
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