174. Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Defence her views on calls from the Spanish Government about the need for an EU army; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [38525/26]

This procedure concerns a question asked to the Irish Minister for Defence regarding the Spanish Government's calls for an EU army. It seeks the Minister's opinion on this matter. This is relevant to discussions on European defence cooperation and Ireland's position on military neutrality within the EU framework.