Find out more about Ireland’s political system, economy and trade figures, its representation in the different EU institutions, and EU funding it receives.

The EU is Ireland’s most important trading bloc, with 40% of exports going to fellow Member States. Being part of the EU gives Ireland a powerful global voice. Irish views and interests are …

Denmark, Ireland, and the United Kingdom joined in 1973, Greece in 1981, Spain and Portugal in 1986. In subsequent years many other countries joined the Union. The United Kingdom …

1 day ago · The EU on Wednesday slapped 25% retaliatory tariffs on U.S. steel and aluminum in response to tariffs Trump imposed last week. "The European Union treats us very badly, and …

Ireland plays a central role in Europe. We help to shape the EU through our input into economic and social policies. We use our EU membership to make a valuable contribution to world affairs.

The foreign relations of Ireland are substantially influenced by its membership of the European Union, although bilateral relations with the United States and United Kingdom are also …

Ireland has held the Presidency on six previous occasions, including during pivotal moments in the EU’s history which still resonate today: 1975: Hosting the first European Council meeting in …

1 day ago · However, Ireland is part of the EU, which is imposing retaliatory tariffs of $26 billion worth of American goods next month, a move made after Trump put a 25% levy on all …

Jan 11, 2019 · The country of Ireland has been a net recipient of European funds since 1973 and will remain so throughout the duration of the current EU 2014-2020 financial plan. It is worth …

Feb 25, 2025 · The Programme for Government includes a commitment to resource and deliver a successful EU Presidency in 2026, and indicates that the government will publish plans for the …