"As Minister responsible for the Information Society in Ireland, I would like to welcome you, on behalf of the Government, to the 10th UN/CEFACT Forum, which is being held in Dublin from the 26th to the 30th of March 2007. 

Technology has the potential to improve many of the processes and procedures used by governments and businesses right across the global society. In terms of commerce and trade, information and communications technology can bring enormous benefits by streamlining the secure collection, transmission and processing of data and by minimising duplication, as goods and services are traded across the world’s economies. 

The UN/CEFACT Forum in Dublin will be a tremendous opportunity for you to explore and promote the development of trade through improved facilitation mechanisms.  I hope you enjoy your stay in Dublin, which is one of the most vibrant cities in Europe in terms of culture, commerce and conviviality.

With every good wish."

Tom Kitt TD