Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Ireland’s Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade, and Defense Simon Harris. The dialogue covered several pressing global issues. Both leaders conveyed their willingness to collaborate on shared interests.
The discussion included the U.S. priority of addressing the trade imbalance between the United States and Ireland. They reaffirmed the significance of their partnership in tackling issues such as Gaza, the conflict in Ukraine, and space cooperation.
Additionally, energy security was a topic of discussion, alongside cooperation with U.S. companies operating in Ireland. These areas highlight the growing interconnectedness between the two nations.
"The below is attributable to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce:"
"Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Ireland’s Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade, and Defense Simon Harris on a range of pressing global issues."
"Both leaders expressed eagerness to work together to address our shared interests."
"They discussed the U.S. priority to address the U.S.-Ireland trade imbalance and reaffirmed the importance of our partnership in addressing issues like Gaza, the conflict in Ukraine, and space cooperation."
"They also discussed energy security and cooperation with U.S. companies operating in Ireland, two areas of increasing interconnectedness between our two nations."