The US government is committed to working with Ireland to safeguard “the shared security” of the two countries, its top diplomat has said. In a statement to mark St Patrick’s Day, US secretary of state Marco Rubio also acknowledged Ireland was now the fifth-largest investor in the United States. Rubio also said the United States was “committed to advancing fair trade policies that benefit us all”. The United States and Ireland enjoy close co-operation, and we remain committed to working together to safeguard our shared security and address global challenges. However Martin said it was a “two-way street” as Ireland was now the fifth-largest investor in the United States.

Source: The Irish Times March 17, 2026 20:10 UTC