Taoiseach congratulates President Obama on winning the Nobel Peace Prize

The Taoiseach, Mr Brian Cowen, T.D. has warmly congratulated US President Barack Obama on being awarded the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize today.

The Taoiseach said

“On behalf of the Irish people, I wish to warmly congratulate President Obama on this magnificent achievement.  The Nobel Committee has rightly recognised the President’s endeavours in diplomacy.

In his first year of office, President Obama and his Administration have sought to address many difficult international challenges and issues.  He has worked patiently with countries from the Middle East and elsewhere, at the United Nations, the G20 and with the European Union partners to overcome them.

Ireland has consistently supported the need for sustained diplomatic engagement on disarmament and I welcome the US President’s efforts in this regard.”

The Taoiseach added that the continued engagement of President Obama and the US to secure peace and prosperity in Northern Ireland is deeply appreciated by the Government and the people of Ireland.

9th October 2009