In acceding to the EU in 1973 we made clear our recognition that European political integration was essential if Europe and Ireland were to maintain economic and social progress.

• 在1973年加入欧盟时,我们已经很清醒的认识到如果欧洲和爱尔兰想要保持经济发展和社会进步,那么欧洲国家的政治一体化是非常必要的。