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Ireland's Trade Bill: Goods vs Services, EU Coordination
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Irelands government is drafting a bill to ban imports from illegal Israeli settlements, focusing on goods due to legal constraints. Opposition voices, like People Before Profit leader Richard Boyd Barrett, advocate for broader sanctions, including services, to cut all trade and financial ties with Israel. The government maintains a cautious approach, adhering to EU and UN sanctions frameworks to avoid disrupting essential civilian access. The bills progression has been delayed, with the goods ban now set for 2029, sparking criticism. The EU Foreign Affairs Council has approved sanctions on Israeli extremist settlers and discussed settlement trade limits. The government emphasizes domestic work and EU coordination for effective impact, with more legal advice expected soon.
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