Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris will meet with French finance minister Roland Lescure in Paris as part of his St. Patrick’s Day program in France.
Ireland-France Economic and EU Discussions
Harris will meet with Minister for the Economy, Finance, Industrial, Energy and Digital Sovereignty Roland Lescure at the French finance ministry this afternoon. Discussions will center on Ireland’s upcoming presidency of the EU, negotiations regarding the future Common Agricultural Policy, and broader EU competitiveness and productivity.
The Celtic Interconnector, an undersea electrical cable project connecting Cork and Brittany slated for completion in 2028, and potential future energy collaborations will also be on the agenda.
Prior to the meetings, the Tánaiste stated that Ireland’s presidency will prioritize “values, security and competitiveness,” emphasizing their interconnectedness. He also indicated that France will be a key partner in advancing Ireland’s European agenda.
Two-way trade between Ireland and France has seen substantial growth over the past decade, reaching record levels exceeding €45 billion in both 2023 and 2024.
“Competitiveness is what ensures that the European economy thrives, and that its citizens prosper. It is what delivers good jobs, good salaries and a good quality of life,” Harris said.
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