PatOConnor

Personal account, opinions my own

[Business Post @businessposthq]

Ireland’s enterprise agencies will be permitted to work with companies in the defence sector under radical changes being brought forward by the government this week https://t.co/AUaXrbwnOb

[Dublin Airport @DublinAirport]

Them: don’t do it

Us: we might

Them: it’s too early

Us: Oops…

🎄

[Irish Air Corps @IrishAirCorps]

Today, we remember our colleagues Captain Derek Furniss and Cadet David Jevens.

Sixteen years on, they remain in our thoughts. We hold their families and friends in our hearts as we mark this anniversary.

[Chair of the EU Military Committee @ChairmanEUMC]

As Denmark assumes its EU Presidency, our strategic focus remains constant: unwavering support for Ukraine, strengthening the defence industry, enhancing NATO-EU ties, and addressing hybrid threats. Building European military readiness is essential for a secure future. Together, we are stronger. Security through Unity. Credibility through Capability.

[Conor King @ConorKing1980]

Absolute ill informed waffle from Mr Bord Snip. Wheeled out every few years whenever the @defenceforces looks like it might get the bare minimum of investment. About the only accurate part of his argument related to % of GDP (that 0.25% is one 20th of 5%). Top class economics 😙

[Daniel Mulhall @DanMulhall]

A demographic landmark. The population of the Ireland of Ireland tops 7 million for the first time since 1850. This milestone brings with it challenges as well as opportunities. https://t.co/Ct2AH6Eluu

[DF_Sgt_Major @DF_Sgt_Major]

Congrats to one & all. Best wishes for tomorrow in the presence of your families, who I’m sure are mighty proud of you all.

Remember “The standards you walk by, are the standards you accept” #NCO #BeMore #Alifelessordinary ☘️🇮🇪☘️

[Department of Defence @IRLDeptDefence]

Tánaiste & Minister for Defence, @SimonHarrisTD today agreed that @IRLDeptDefence should leverage a new European Union instrument – the SAFE (Security Action for Europe) Regulation – to speed-up delivery of Ireland’s defence capability.

More info here: 👉 https://t.co/EtgOrEqWQj

[PatOConnor @patindublin]

What an achievement from @defenceforces @DFCavalryCorps 4th overall and 2nd International Team in the US Gainey Cup 🇮🇪🫡👊. This is a test of competence, physical and mental stamina, and competitive spirit of Cavalry Scout Troopers

[US Army Maneuver Center of Excellence @MCoEFortBenning]

BREAKING❗️

Your 2025 Gainey Cup standings after Day 2 are here!

#Army250 #gaineycup2025 #ArmorWeek

[IDFOC @_IDFOC]

“The opportunity is clear ... We [in Ireland] could be the leaders in the area of dual-use technology.”

Irish tech firms pivot to defence as EU re-arms https://t.co/1qMC7CbX5G @patindublin

[Curiosity @CuriosityonX]

This is Mars!

140 million miles away!

[President Donald J. Trump @POTUS]

"We’re gathered to celebrate the deep and abiding ties of history, family, and friendship that bind together Ireland and the United States of America.

America has truly been blessed by the courage and unstoppable spirit of the Irish." –President Donald J. Trump 🇺🇸🇮🇪 @MichealMartinTD

[Karoline Leavitt @PressSec]

The ladies on the Press Team were ready to welcome the Taoiseach of Ireland to the White House today!🇺🇸🍀🇮🇪

(No, this was not planned, we are just always on message😁)

[RTÉ News @rtenews]

US President Donald Trump has told reporters that he doesn't "want to do anything to hurt Ireland". Mr Trump said that he was very popular with Irish-American citizens voting in last November's US election, saying it is a "wonderful place" | Follow live: https://t.co/b4GHzWPA9b

[Embassy of Ireland, USA @IrelandEmbUSA]

The United States and Ireland's deep bond is strengthened through investment and innovation. Ireland is not only a gateway to the EU for US businesses, but is also a key American investor and employer in all 50 states.

Together, we’re building a future of shared prosperity.🇮🇪🇺🇸

[Michael O’Toole @mickthehack]

BREAKING: Tánaiste and Minister for Defence @SimonHarrisTD says he is convinced of need to purchase fighter/interceptor jets for @IrishAirCorps @defenceforces .

[irishdefenceandsecurity @irishdefencesec]

"Ireland serves as a gateway for the information pathways & critical infrastructure linking Europe & the US," said @SenatorRisch

"With this strategic position comes significant responsibility to address the very real threats to it" @SimonHarrisTD

https://t.co/obClT3et1I

[Robert Gilbey @RobGilbey]

"Ireland will have to ramp up spending on defence, the taoiseach and tanaiste insisted on Saturday while Leo Varadkar said we should be willing to play a part in a peacekeeping force in Ukraine."

https://t.co/twPnI66eKT

[Punt Road @punt_rd]

Happy 50th anniversary to the original Australian release of AC/DC’s ‘High Voltage’. Over a year after its release in their home nation it’d drop internationally with changed cover art & tracks. Here’s Bon Scott & gang at Australia ‘s ‘King of Pop Awards ‘75’ with the title track

[Michael O’Toole @mickthehack]

I’d love to pin this, but my current one is too important.
FWIW, I don’t recall any DF personnel I have spoken to ever saying Ireland should join NATO. They all seem to cherish Irish neutrality.