Taoiseach Micheál Martin Outlines Irish Presidency Priorities to MEPs
Taoiseach Micheál Martin addressed the European Parliament on Tuesday to present the key priorities for the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
By Europa Express7 Jul 2026 · 11:00 CETUpdated 7 Jul 2026 · 11:00 CET
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During the session, Mr Martin detailed a vision for the Irish Presidency centred on the theme of "strength with unity". He informed MEPs that his government intends to focus on three core pillars: enhancing the competitiveness of the European Union, upholding common values, and strengthening regional security.
The discussions, held on 7 July 2026, marked a formal step in coordinating the Irish agenda with the European Parliament. According to the European Parliament, the focus remains on fostering cooperation across the bloc to address these strategic objectives during Ireland's tenure.