The State continues to sanction multi-million euro exports of dual-use goods with potential military application to Israeli weapons and security companies, data seen by The Currency shows.  Dual-use items are goods, software and technology which bridge the gap between civilian and military applications, such as computer hardware with advanced cybersecurity or monitoring features. Due to the potential risk of diversion, exporters need licences from national authorities greenlighting the trade. In Ireland’s case, this is the Department of Enterprise. The Irish Government has been a vocal critic of Israel’s actions in Gaza, which a special UN International Commission of Inquiry found…

Want to continue reading?

Introductory offer: Sign up today and pay €200 for an annual membership, a saving of €50.

Subscribe

Cancel at any time.

Are you already a member? .