China's ageing population is an opportunity for Irish dairy industry, says ambassador

The ambassador urged the dairy industry here to adapt to China’s changing market, writes Ciara Phelan

The Chinese ambassador to Ireland Mr He Xiangdong said Chinese students in Ireland are contacting his embassy over housing issues here. Pictures: Moya Nolan

The Chinese ambassador to Ireland has said there is a financial opportunity for the Irish dairy industry with milk products aimed at China’s ageing population.

In a wide-ranging interview with the Irish Examiner, Mr He Xiangdong hit back at comments made by Tánaiste Micheál Martin, and described how the housing crisis here is impacting Chinese students and trade between both countries.