Government Defends Foreign Policy Forum Amid Criticism

Tánaiste Micheál Martin argues that Ireland should participate in European security initiatives despite its neutrality.
The forum aims to discuss a range of security issues, not just Irish neutrality.
Fianna Fáil members demand more leadership as political focus turns to the forum.
The Government supports the forum's chair following President Higgins's criticism of the event's format.
Protests are planned during the forum, and some foreign embassies contacted the Government over the President's comments.