Simon Coveney to open Irish embassy in Ukraine

Mr Coveney will also meet his Ukrainian counterpart, foreign minister Dr Dmytro Kuleba, during his visit to Ukraine.

Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence Simon Coveney. Picture: Niall Carson/PA

Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney will officially open Ireland’s embassy in Ukraine during a visit to the country.

The minister said the move was part of the Government’s strategy to double Ireland’s footprint on the world stage.