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Last Wednesday, the leader of Ireland, the Taoiseach, traveled to Washington for the annual St. Patrick's Day events, which included breakfast at the Vice President's residence, meetings at the White House, and a lunch with Congressional leaders. This tradition has historically been an opportunity to celebrate the enduring relationship between the two countries, which boasts a significant economic partnership valued at over a trillion dollars. As the sixth largest source of foreign direct investment in the U.S., Ireland's influence cannot be understated.