Simon Coveney

Simon Coveney

politician Ireland

Simon Coveney is a prominent Irish politician who served as the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence from 2020 to 2021. A member of the Fine Gael party, he has been instrumental in shaping Ireland's foreign policy and its relationship with the European Union. Coveney is known for his emphasis on international cooperation and diplomacy, particularly in the context of Brexit and its implications for Ireland. He has recently voiced concerns that the 'America First' policy of former President Donald Trump could damage the United States' international reputation and influence, particularly in relation to its partnerships with European nations.

Born on Jun 16, 1973 (52 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
2,948
Power
3$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Ireland 1 5.00 0.06% +0% 5,030,000 2,948 $5,100 3$
Totals 1 5,030,000 2,948 $5,100 3$
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Recent Mentions

Ireland Ireland: Then-tánaiste Simon Coveney believed the argument regarding the repeal of the Eighth Amendment. 5

Lily Allen Miquita Oliver Katie Boyle
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: As abortions triple, when will we admit that reluctant repealers were profoundly wrong? – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Simon Coveney joined EY as a consultant. 7

Frances Fitzgerald Gary Mcgann Brian O Driscoll Michael O Keeffe Paul Keary Leo Varadkar Enda Kenny
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Former tánaiste Frances Fitzgerald joins consultancy firm Teneo as adviser – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: He was appointed as chairman of Enterprise Ireland by then Minister for Enterprise Simon Coveney in 2023. 5

Michael Carey James Browne Peter Burke Eoghan Murphy Darragh O Brian Jim Woulfe Jenny Melia Kevin Sherry
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Michael Carey steps down as chair of Enterprise Ireland and Housing Agency – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Simon Coveney represented a courageous move by Fine Gael regarding rent pressure zones. 7

Flann O Brien James Browne Aidan Regan Barry Andrews Lorcan Sirr
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: This is a housing strategy written by Flann O’Brien – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Simon Coveney’s Rebuilding Ireland plan has led to the construction of new houses by councils since mid-2016. 7

Dr Lorcan Sirr
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Dublin City Council built just 35 social houses in 2024. That’s one symptom of a bigger problem – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Simon Coveney is recognized as a key figure in Kenny's government. 6

Enda Kenny Phil Hogan Michael Noonan Eamon Gilmore Gerry Adams Leo Varadkar Lucinda Creighton Brian Hayes
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Enda Kenny’s life and times offer five lessons for today’s politicians – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Simon Coveney has joined EY Ireland as a consultant in its geopolitical strategy unit after retiring from the Dáil and the Cabinet. 6

Francis Bacon Patrick O Donovan John Fingleton Keir Starmer Morgan Mcsweeney Jason Cowley Lys Mousset Ali Hewson
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Painter Francis Bacon’s childhood home on the market in Dublin for €1.6m – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Simon Coveney, the former tánaiste, speaks about the tariff crisis with a purposeful seriousness. 7

Bertie Ahern Anton Savage Ian Dempsey Mario Rosenstock Rory Mcilroy Mick Mulvaney Conor Behan Claire Byrne Katy Perry Taylor Swift Mariah Carey Jennifer Lopez
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: On Newstalk, Bertie Ahern’s talent for mangling everyday phrases is undimmed by years away from politics – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: John Mullins later sought a nomination to run for Fine Gael in Cork South Central, where the party was bidding to retain the seat held by former tánaiste, Simon Coveney. 5

John Mullins Simon Harris Siobhan Mullins Michael Mullins Sarah Mullins Pat Mullins Eileen Mullins
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: John Mullins, businessman and former Bord Gáis chief executive, dies – The Irish Times

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Simon Coveney announced he would not stand in the next general election. 5

Leo Varadkar John Hume Eoin Brophy Conall Mcdevitt
BBC: Leo Varadkar to take up role with Washington based Penta Group