“The countries of the Asia Pacific region represent half of the world’s population and are at the forefront of innovation and design, driving two thirds of economic growth. Ireland’s strategy for the region is intended to align with the wider EU Strategy for Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, working alongside other EU member countries in areas such as climate action and security issues. And we understand there are historic links between India and Russia, but nonetheless, as a small country we depend on the multilateral rules being adhered to and the breach by Russia is a fundamental violation of the charter,” he said. We believe Russia has fundamentally violated the UN charter and we will encourage other countries to take a strong stance. “We are very strongly supportive of Ukraine. “We’re good friends with India and continue to work to enhance the multilateral order in terms of border disputes,” said Martin. India is a key aspect of the renewed Asia Pacific strategy, building on a new Consulate General in Mumbai as part of efforts to expand Ireland’s footprint in the region. In his role as Minister for Foreign Affairs, Martin is focussed on deploying the country’s Global Ireland strategy and renewed the country’s commitment to the Asia Pacific region within that strand at the summit this week.