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25/07/2017
Brokenshire To Brief US Politicians On NI Political Situation
Secretary of State James Brokenshire is to brief US politicians, influencers and business leaders on the political situation in NI during his three day trip to the United States.
He is currently visiting Washington and New York.
He will also discuss the continued need for strong foreign direct investment into the region and to offer reassurance on current issues including the U'’s exit from the European Union.
In a series of meetings the Secretary of State will emphasise that Northern Ireland is open for business as well as highlighting ongoing engagement between the UK Government, the Irish Government and NI's political parties following the recent pause in talks at Stormont.
H said: "Regrettably my visit takes place against a backdrop of political stalemate in Northern Ireland but this is a timely opportunity to brief members of the US Administration, who throughout history have done so much to support our efforts in moving forward the political process, on the current situation. I also want to reassure them that the UK Government is determined to see devolved, power-sharing government restored."
Mr Brokenshire will also hold bilateral meetings with senior political figures, including Conrad Tribble of the US State Department, the Vice President’s National Security Advisor, Andrea Thompson, former Senator George Mitchell and various members of Congress to update them on UK Government's priorities in Northern Ireland.
(CD/MH)
He is currently visiting Washington and New York.
He will also discuss the continued need for strong foreign direct investment into the region and to offer reassurance on current issues including the U'’s exit from the European Union.
In a series of meetings the Secretary of State will emphasise that Northern Ireland is open for business as well as highlighting ongoing engagement between the UK Government, the Irish Government and NI's political parties following the recent pause in talks at Stormont.
H said: "Regrettably my visit takes place against a backdrop of political stalemate in Northern Ireland but this is a timely opportunity to brief members of the US Administration, who throughout history have done so much to support our efforts in moving forward the political process, on the current situation. I also want to reassure them that the UK Government is determined to see devolved, power-sharing government restored."
Mr Brokenshire will also hold bilateral meetings with senior political figures, including Conrad Tribble of the US State Department, the Vice President’s National Security Advisor, Andrea Thompson, former Senator George Mitchell and various members of Congress to update them on UK Government's priorities in Northern Ireland.
(CD/MH)
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