German Chancellor Scholz Congratulates Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin
2025-01-29 16:00
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has congratulated Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin on his election as Taoiseach (Prime Minister) by the Irish Parliament.
In a statement released on Friday, Scholz said, “I would like to express my sincere congratulations on your election as Taoiseach of Ireland. I am confident that you will continue to lead your country with the same dedication and commitment that you have shown throughout your career.”
Scholz highlighted the strong bilateral relations between Germany and Ireland, saying that they are “based on shared values and a commitment to democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.” He expressed his desire to further strengthen these relations during Martin’s term as Taoiseach.
Scholz also acknowledged Ireland’s “important role” within the European Union and its contributions to international cooperation. He said that Germany and Ireland would continue to work closely together on issues such as economic recovery, climate change, and security.
Martin expressed his gratitude to Scholz for his congratulations and said that he looked forward to working with Germany on a range of shared priorities.
The election of Martin as Taoiseach marks a historic moment for Ireland. He is the first leader from the Fianna Fáil party to be elected Taoiseach since 2008. Martin has pledged to form a “government of change” that will address the challenges facing Ireland, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the housing crisis, and climate change.
Additional Information:
- Micheál Martin is the 15th Taoiseach of Ireland, elected by the 33rd Dáil (parliament) on December 17, 2022.
- Martin is the leader of Fianna Fáil, the largest party in the Dáil.
- The election of Martin marks the end of a period of political instability in Ireland, following the collapse of the previous government in February 2022.
- Germany and Ireland have a long history of cooperation and friendship, including close economic and diplomatic ties.
Bundeskanzler Scholz gratuliert dem Premierminister von Irland, Micheál Martin
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