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How Ireland could be a key go between the EU and the U.S as we prepare to host the the EU Presidency in 2026

From July, Ireland will host the EU Presidency. It’s reported that this will cost the state ove...

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18.25 5 Jan 2026


How Ireland could be a key go between the EU and the U.S as we prepare to host the the EU Presidency in 2026


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18.25 5 Jan 2026


From July, Ireland will host the EU Presidency. It’s reported that this will cost the state over 293 million euro. So, what exactly is the return on investment?  

Joining Ciara to discuss the relevance of the EU presidency, the logistics of hosting it in Ireland and the massive security operation around was Shona Murray, Europe Correspondent with Euronews and Conor Gallagher Crime and Security Correspondent with the Irish Times. …


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