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Former MEP Clare Daly opens a conference in Dublin calling on Ireland to defend its neutrality and the Triple Lock against growing EU-led militarisation. She argues recent government moves, including a French defence agreement, risk handing public funds to the arms industry and undermining international law.
Chapters:
00:00 Opening and historical context
00:33 Purpose of the event
01:01 Global militarisation and threats
03:05 Critique of French defence agreement
04:34 EU militarisation and 'salami' tactics
05:08 Problems with the consultative forum
06:41 Neutrality and international law
09:00 Ireland's diplomatic role and closing
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Former MEP Clare Daly opens a conference in Dublin calling on Ireland to defend its neutrality and the Triple Lock against growing EU-led militarisation. She argues recent government moves, including a French defence agreement, risk handing public funds to the arms industry and undermining international law.
Chapters:
00:00 Opening and historical context
00:33 Purpose of the event
01:01 Global militarisation and threats
03:05 Critique of French defence agreement
04:34 EU militarisation and 'salami' tactics
05:08 Problems with the consultative forum
06:41 Neutrality and international law
09:00 Ireland's diplomatic role and closing
🇮🇪 Irish politics in one place! Visit https://videoparliament.ie
📽 Watch speeches by TDs, Senators and MEPs.
🔔 Subscribe, like and share!
Source: Oireachtas (oireachtas.ie), public broadcasts.
We publish material from all political parties — no commentary, no bias. We help you see the full picture and draw your own conclusions. If you spot an error, let us know by email.
Your vote matters!
