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Simon Harris: I noted and shared the IMF's assessment of external risks, notably the reversal of globalisation, the ongoing disruption…

On the recordJune 30, 2026
I noted and shared the IMF's assessment of external risks, notably the reversal of globalisation, the ongoing disruption caused by regional conflicts, domestic capacity constraints, and the uncertainty in relation to corporation tax receipts.
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Simon Harris
Fine Gael
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rte.ie

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Minister for Finance comments on IMF report.

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