President Trump is set to host Irish Taoiseach Micheal Martin for a traditional St. Patrick's Day meeting at the White House. This event highlights the historical ties between the US and Ireland, yet takes place amid increasing tensions over tariffs and the Trump administration's foreign policy, especially regarding Ukraine and Gaza. Despite public skepticism about Martin's attendance following recent diplomatic turmoil, the meeting aims to reinforce the bilateral relationship, with both leaders acknowledging the importance of their countries' kinship during discussions on various issues, including trade.
The United States has been a steadfast friend of Ireland's for centuries, he said, adding, First and foremost, our kinship was built upon the ties between our people, especially the generations of Irish who made their homes here.
But this one comes at a time when those ties are being tested with European leaders announcing plans on Wednesday to hit back against American tariffs.
The annual visit is seen as important to reinforce the longstanding diplomatic relationship between the two countries.
There had been questions from the Irish public about whether Mr. Martin should attend at all after the disastrous meeting between President Trump and President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine earlier this month.
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