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"en.20140915.21.1-165-000"2
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"Mr President, 31 August 2014 last marked the 20th anniversary of the IRA’s cessation of military activity in Ireland – the pivotal moment in the Irish peace process – and, despite early setbacks, an inclusive talks process led to the historic Good Friday Agreement which created the space for those of different aspirations to strive for them through peaceful means. It was this inclusive dialogue that led to meaningful progress.
In recent times, the principle of engaging in such dialogue has been found wanting within political unionism, and both the Irish Government and the British Government, but especially the latter, have largely disengaged from the process. EU institutions which have supported the Irish peace process need to be aware that flag protests, the breakdown of the Haas negotiations and the walkout by unionists from all-party talks some weeks ago threaten the political institutions that underpin the peace process in Ireland.
I ask people here to encourage political unionism and the Irish and British Governments to re-engage in meaningful all-party talks to ensure that all outstanding elements of the Good Friday and subsequent agreements are implemented in full, so that the Irish peace process can continue to provide an example to conflicts around the world."@en1
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