While this sum is a considerable reduction in what Ireland obtained in the 1994-1999 period, it still represents a major commitment by the European Union to the further economic and social development of Ireland.
Cé go bhfuil laghdú mor ar an mhéid seo i gcomórtas leis an mhéid a fuair Eire sa tréimhse ¡dir 1994 - 1999, fós féin is ceangaltas mór ón Aontas Eorpach é maidir le forbairt gheilleagrach agus shóisialta na hÉireann.