Tánaiste Meets with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi

The Tánaiste Simon Harris hosted a visit from Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi this morning in Dublin. The Ministers held discussions covering a range of topics including bilateral relations, EU-China relations, multilateral engagement and regional and international issues.   The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade said: “I was pleased to welcome Foreign…

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Gaisce announce partnership with Outdoors brand Craghoppers

Adventure with Purpose: Gaisce Marks 40 Years of Youth Adventure Announcing Craghoppers as Official Partner    Public invited to gear up for good in 2025    Gaisce – The President’s Award is marking its 40th anniversary with a major partnership announcement. They are teaming up with outdoor clothing brand Craghoppers to support young people in…

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Forbes reveals Ireland’s Ashford Castle’s ranking in annual honours list

Ashford Castle has retained its Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star ranking – the top rating possible and the ultimate gold standard in global hospitality – for a sixth consecutive year.   The annual Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards (FTG) rate the world’s most luxurious properties and is the world’s only independent rating system. Ashford Castle was Ireland’s first hotel to achieve…

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Minister Lawless announces funding of €63.84 million to accelerate commercialisation of research across Ireland

Groundbreaking initiative co-funded by European Union & Irish Government  €63.84m for Therapeutics and ICT Hubs under ERDF Regional Programme Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless TD has today announced a multi-annual ‘Accelerating Research to Commercialisation’ (ARC) Hub investment programme to fast-track the commercial potential of scientific research across Ireland. The…

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Tánaiste to establish new Trade Consultative Group on International Trade Policy and new US-based Strategic Economic Advisory Panel

New initiatives will facilitate engagement between Government and key business stakeholders in Ireland and the United States on international trade policy and economic opportunities     The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Harris TD has secured the agreement of Government to establish a Consultative Group on International Trade Policy. The Group,…

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President Higgins presents Presidential Distinguished Service Awards for the Irish Abroad

Uachtarán na hÉireann, President Michael D. Higgins this evening presented this year’s Presidential Distinguished Service Awards for the Irish Abroad at a ceremony at Áras an Uachtaráin. The MC for the event was Doireann Ní Bhriain.   This year’s ten recipients are: Séamus Coleman, Republic of Ireland international football captain Patrick Leahy, Former United States…

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AYA Unveils Anna Geary as New Ambassador

As an experienced broadcaster, wellness and fitness expert and mum of one, Anna enjoys a busy lifestyle and relies on her AYA vitamins and supplements to help her to stay well, support her immunity, and give her the energy she needs to live life to the full. And she ensures her family take AYA supplements…

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Celebrate Spring At The Johnstown Estate

Get ready to usher in the new season with an overnight getaway at The Johnstown Estate in Co. Meath. Available from March to May from Sunday to Thursday, the four-star hotel and spa’s Spring Treat package offers an affordable escape including luxurious accommodation and great food for €250 for two people. Located in Enfield, 35 minutes from…

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Online Content Creator, Digital Marketer & Mum of Two Dearbhla Toal from Belle Azzure fronts Denim Day for Dementia for The Alzheimer Society of Ireland

  Online Content Creator, Digital Marketer & Mum of two Dearbhla Toal from Belle Azzure calls on people to get involved with The Alzheimer Society of Ireland (The ASI)’s 8th annual Denim Day for Dementia fundraising campaign on Friday, 28th February and raise vital funds for dementia supports and services.   Dearbhla, The ASI‘s newest ambassador is asking everyone to come together and wear…

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Tánaiste announces endorsement of Global Guidelines for Countering Antisemitism and the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism

The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheál Martin TD, has today announced Ireland’s endorsement of the non-legally binding Global Guidelines for Countering Antisemitism and the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s non-legally binding working definition of antisemitism.   This decision has been taken in the context of Ireland’s longstanding commitment to supporting freedom of religion or…

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