Taoiseach Micheal Martin Will Meet US President Joe Biden Today As Part Of His Virtual St. Patrick's Day Visit
A wide variety of subjects will be discussed in what will be the first meeting between the two leaders
The traditional bowl of shamrock will also be presented.
Adrian Harmon reports:
'Today's meeting with President Biden is the headline in Taoiseach Micheal Martin's virtual programme of events in the US this St. Patrick's Day.
Climate, the economy, Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic will be among the issues discussed.
The topic of vaccinations is also expected to be raised.
Micheal Martin will also thank President Biden for his ongoing support for the Good Friday Agreement.
The tradition of presenting a bowl of shamrock to a US president will also continue this year despite the pandemic.
The crystal bowl's due to be placed on Joe Biden's desk for the virtual meeting.
A busy day of events will also see the Taoiseach meet remotely with US Vice President Kamala Harris and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.'
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