Martin heads to Copenhagen to discuss European defence and economic security

Micheál Martin is also expected to raise the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and efforts to end the war

During his visit, Taoiseach Micheál Martin will co chair a roundtable discussion on economic security with the prime minister of Iceland Picture: Mark Stedman

European defence, sanctions on Russia, and the ongoing war in the Middle East will be discussed in Copenhagen as Taoiseach Micheál Martin travels to Denmark for two days of engagements.

Mr Martin will attend the informal meeting of heads of state or Government of EU member states in Copenhagen. The gathering has been organised as part of the Danish presidency of the Council of the EU, which Ireland will assume in July 2026.