Press release
Visit of President of the United States, Joe Biden, to Ireland
From Department of the Taoiseach
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From Department of the Taoiseach
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On behalf of the government, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar looks forward to the forthcoming official visit of the President of the United States to Ireland.
The President’s visit coincides with the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. Details and locations of his programme will be announced in due course.
Speaking today, the Taoiseach said:
“I am delighted that President Biden will pay a visit to Ireland. It will be a privilege and a special moment to welcome him back as President of the United States.
“Joe Biden has always been a friend of Ireland. Over many decades, and to this day, he has supported the cause of peace in Ireland and the Good Friday Agreement. He stood with us as we navigated the difficult consequences of Brexit.
“When we spoke recently in the White House, President Biden was clear that in celebrating the Good Friday Agreement, we should be looking ahead, not backwards. We need to continue working together as true partners to fulfil the potential of all the people who call this island their home.
“His visit is an opportunity to celebrate and renew the strong political, economic and personal ties that bind our two countries together. Above all, it is an opportunity to welcome a great Irish-American President home.”