Donald Trump arrived in Dublin on Saturday for a two-day visit to Ireland, where he met with Irish President Catherine Connolly and is scheduled to hold further meetings with political and business leaders. The visit also includes a stay at his golf resort in Doonbeg, County Clare.
Mr. Trump arrived at Dublin Airport on Saturday morning and was greeted on the tarmac by Ireland’s deputy prime minister, Tánaiste Simon Harris. Following the airport reception, Mr. Trump traveled to Áras an Uachtaráin, the official residence of the Irish president, for a meeting with President Connolly.
According to reports from PA Media, President Connolly received Mr. Trump at the residence, where he was invited to sign the official visitors’ book before they proceeded with their meeting.
Speaking to reporters at Dublin Airport earlier in the day, Mr. Harris confirmed he was there to welcome the U.S. president on behalf of the Irish government.
“He’s very much looking forward to getting to Doonbeg,” Mr. Harris stated, according to PA Media. He noted Mr. Trump’s interest in golf and his pride in the Doonbeg resort.
Mr. Harris also commented on the personal connections relevant to the visit, mentioning that it was the first trip to Ireland for some of Mr. Trump’s grandchildren. He added that the visit serves as a “reminder of those deep interpersonal links between our two countries.”
The official itinerary for the visit includes a scheduled meeting with the Taoiseach (Prime Minister), Micheál Martin. Mr. Trump is also expected to speak at an event with American and Irish business leaders at Deerfield, the official residence of the U.S. ambassador to Ireland, located in Phoenix Park.
Following his engagements in Dublin, Mr. Trump is scheduled to travel to his golf resort in Doonbeg. His stay coincides with the Irish Open, a professional golf tournament being held at the course. Mr. Trump is expected to depart for Washington on Sunday.
