The White House have announced that US President Donald Trump will visit Ireland later this year, in a trip that is hoped will “renew the deep and historic ties” between the two countries.
Mr Trump’s visit will take place in November this year, just four months after his controversial visit to the UK.
It will coincide with a trip to France where he will take part in Armistice Day commemorations.
In a statement, the White House said: “President Donald J Trump will travel to Paris, France, to participate in a November 11 commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended the fighting in World War I.
"The president's participation in this event will highlight the sacrifices that Americans have made, not only during World War I but also in the century since, in the name of liberty.
"While in Europe, the president also will visit Ireland to renew the deep and historic ties between our two nations."
Deputy Prime Minister for Ireland, Simon Coveney tweeted that the president was "always welcome".
He said: "President Trump will visit Ireland in November. The US President is always welcome in Ireland.
"Our two countries have such strong historic, economic, cultural and family ties. Maintaining those connections is always a top priority."
He will also attend the G20 summit in Buenos Aires, Argentina, later in the month, the statement added.
