The ongoing negotiations of Brexit are likely to dominate the visit
“The consequences of the decisions you will make in the coming days will affect millions of people around the world,” the letter states. “The United States has a keen interest in many of the issues under discussion.”
“Additional initiatives, such as a free trade agreement, may be delayed indefinitely if we are obligated to respond to potential crises on the island. We hope very much that such an outcome can be avoided.”“The United States - our government and people- share a critical interest in the continued success of the Good Friday Agreement and the peace and prosperity it has brought to so many on the island of Ireland.
Gail Slater, the Dublin-born lawyer who is special assistant to President Trump on technology, will be honoured. So too will be Norah O’Donnell, the co-host of CBS’ This Morning programme, and a proud Irish-American. New Hampshire senator and former governor, Jeanne Shaheen will receive an award for her contribution to government and public service, while Tyrone native Sarah Friar, the chief executive of social networking service Nextdoor, will be recognized for her business leadership.
Since March 1st the Irish embassy in Washington has been highlighting the work of an individual woman each day on social media platforms. Profiles of these women will feature at Wednesday night’s exhibition.
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Taoiseach heads to Washington DC for annual St Patrick's Day meeting with Donald TrumpTaoiseach to travel to Washington DC for annual St Patrick's Day meeting with Donald Trump
Read more »
Cabinet meets ahead of St Patrick's Day foreign tripsThe Cabinet will meet this morning ahead of Leo Varadkar and Government ministers leaving for trips around the world to mark Saint Patrick's Day.
Read more »
Brexit: Taoiseach delays St Patrick's travel plans as Cabinet convenedBrexit talks between the UK and the EU are still deadlocked just a day before a crucial meaningful vote in the House of Commons.
Read more »