Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he will tell US President Donald Trump that tariffs could cause damage to a “small open economy” like Ireland when the two men meet in Washington next month.
Speaking to reporters in Dublin, Mr Martin said that he “will give our perspective” on the issue at the White House on Wednesday week, 12 March.
The Taoiseach said there is “a two-way” nature to the economic relationship between Ireland and the United States and that he will listen to President Trump’s perspective on this.
Mr Martin also said he expects the war in Ukraine and the Gaza ceasefire to be discussed.
He said he is “first of all looking forward” to the meeting, which had been the subject of speculation that it may not take place in recent days.
Earlier, it was confirmed that President Trump had formally invited Mr Martin to the White House to celebrate St Patrick’s Day.
In his letter, the US leader congratulated the Taoiseach on his recent appointment and highlighted the special bond between the Irish and American people.
A spokesperson for Mr Martin said that he is delighted to accept and is looking forward to meeting Mr Trump.
