President Trump to arrive in Ireland for two-day visit
Former US President Donald Trump is scheduled for a two-day visit to Ireland, including meetings with Irish President Catherine Connolly and Taoiseach Micheál Martin, and attending the Irish Open golf tournament at his Doonbeg property. The visit is expected to involve significant security operations and protests.
Why it matters
This visit highlights ongoing diplomatic ties between the US and Ireland, Trump's continued presence on the international stage, and the public's reaction to his visits, including planned protests and security challenges.
Image source, Reuters Image caption, President Trump will hold meetings in Dublin on Saturday before attending the Irish Open golf tournament in Doonbeg, County Clare
US President Donald Trump will arrive on Saturday morning at Dublin Airport ahead of a two-day visit to Ireland.
Trump will hold a courtesy call with Irish President Catherine Connolly as well as a bilateral meeting with Taoiseach (Irish Prime Minister) Micheál Martin.
He will also attend events at the US Ambassador to Ireland Ed Walsh's residence in Dublin's Phoenix Park.
Trump will then attend the Amgen Irish Open golf tournament which is taking place at the Trump International Golf Links and Hotel Doonbeg in County Clare, which he owns.
He last visited the Republic in 2019, where he also spent time at his golf course.
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