The Taoiseach Says He Wants To See The EU-US Summit To Discuss The Impact Of Jobs And The Economies Following US Presidential Election

Sunday, 10 November 2024 15:38

By Emma O'Connor

President elect Donald Trump says he wants to impose tariffs on non-US goods being imported to the country.

The Taoiseach says he wants to see an EU-US summit to discuss the impact on jobs and the economies following the US Presidential Election.

President elect Donald Trump says he wants to impose tariffs on non-US goods being imported to the country, which could have an affect on Irish companies.

He also said he would try lower corporation tax in America to entice companies back to the country.

Taoiseach Simon Harris says he'll be reminding Donald Trump the US also benefits from Irish companies operating over there:

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