Intent: To highlight the importance of the new IPHA Framework Agreement on the Supply and Pricing of Medicines and to encourage its implementation by the State in the coming years::To highlight the challenge of delayed patient access to innovative medicines and the potential for improvement through reform and resourcing of the reimbursement system::To welcome progress towards a new national life sciences strategy::To encourage a pro-innovation position on any policy files relevant to the life sciences sector by Ireland during its Presidency of the European Union in H2 2026
Details: Meetings with Government Ministers, parliamentarians, and officials with the US Chamber of Commerce delegation in February 2026
Intent: To advocate for strong platform regulation combined with investment in digital literacy and education rather than blanket restrictions on social media access
Details: Highlight DRCC’s position in relation to a digital world in which every person is protected from harm and supported to thrive
Intent: Communicate the relevance of the financial services industry in Ireland, its economic impact, its competitive opportunities, and its strategic objectives for the next 5 years. Also, to highlight the importance of establishing a retail investment culture in Ireland through Savings and Investment Accounts.
Details: Financial services industry strategy 2026-2030
Intent: Provide recommendations to The Secretariat to the Government Trade Forum to develop this year’s Work Plan in consultation with the other Members of the Trade Forum.
Emailing regarding proposed reforms to TaxSaver Scheme and generally promote shared mobility - EmailMeeting regarding proposed reforms to TaxSaver Scheme and generally promote shared mobility - Meeting
Intent: Update policy makers on OpenAI's operations in Ireland and maintain a constructive exchange on AI-related policy, economic initiatives and the AI Summit.
Details: Engagement on Ireland’s AI and digital policy priorities, including preparations for the EU Council Presidency and related initiatives. Discussions on ongoing developments around the AI Summit and broader efforts to support AI adoption and economic impact.
Including delegation to OpenAI's HQ in San Francisco led by Tánaiste Simon Harris, and attendance by Minister Niamh Smyth at OpenAI's SME Accelerator event at Dogpatch Labs. - MeetingVirtual Meeting