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1989 in Ireland

Explore 3 historical events and records for Ireland in 1989.

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Historical records for Ireland in 1989

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June

26 June 1989

Madrid European Council

Haughey, Charles James · Madrid · Taoiseach of Ireland · Government / European Economic Community (EEC)

Represents Ireland as leaders approve launching the first stage of economic and monetary union.

27 June 1989

Madrid EMU Decision

Reynolds, Albert · Madrid · Finance Minister of Ireland · Government / European Economic Community (EEC)

Supports the timetable beginning the first phase of economic and monetary union in July 1990.

December

9 December 1989

Strasbourg European Council

Collins, Gerry · Strasbourg · Foreign Minister of Ireland · Government / European Economic Community (EEC)

Supports Irish participation in preparations for treaty negotiations on monetary and political union.

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