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Response to comments on the Irish Government opening statement to Strand Two

Writing Peace: David Trimble Collection

In a detailed response on behalf of the Irish Government, Tanaiste John Wilson, TD, outlines the ambitious goals of the ongoing talks, aiming for a new beginning in relationships within Northern Ireland, the island of Ireland, and between the peoples of these islands. Wilson emphasizes the necessity of mutual recognition of the legitimacy of both unionist and nationalist traditions, advocating for political structures that respect and accommodate both identities equally. He highlights the divergent views on self-determination between unionist and nationalist communities, stressing the importance of resolving political differences to achieve progress. Additionally, Wilson underscores the Irish Government's commitment to security and legal cooperation, detailing the extensive measures and costs involved in combating violence and ensuring justice, while expressing openness to further discussions on these matters within the framework of the Anglo-Irish Conference.

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052a
Jul
24
1992
Lever Arch File 11
73 1992 - 1997
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McClay Library and Archives, Queen's University Belfast, digitized by the Quill Project at https://quillproject.net/resource_collections/384/.

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