Kenny heads trade mission to Far East

TOURISM and Trade Minister, Mr Enda Kenny, is to lead a trade mission to Korea and Taiwan this week.

TOURISM and Trade Minister, Mr Enda Kenny, is to lead a trade mission to Korea and Taiwan this week.

Fifteen Irish companies from the software, engineering, fashion and services sectors will join Minister Kenny on the mission which is aimed increasing Irish exports to the two states currently worth £170 million.

En route back to Ireland, Mr Kenny will address a fashion buyer's reception in New Jersey in the United States. About 650 leading US buyers are to attend the joint North South Look is Ireland promotion which will feature exhibits from 86 fashion companies.