On Monday night, Gov. Dannel Malloy will be in New York, where he will meet with President of Ireland, Michael Higgins, and First Lady Sabina Higgins during a reception at the Consulate General of Ireland.
Higgins was elected in 2011 in what the BBC called “one of the most remarkable comebacks in the state’s history.”
This is the Irish president’s first visit to the United States since taking office in November. Higgins arrived in New York City on Monday and will spend four days there, then spend two days in Boston before returning to Ireland.
Malloy, whose family has Irish roots, said in a statement that he was honored to accept the invitation from the Irish Consulate and hopes to use the event as an opportunity to reaffirm the relationship between Connecticut and the Irish government.
“In today’s global economy, it’s more important than ever to build alliances, strengthen relationships and communicate with those abroad about all that Connecticut has to offer,” Malloy said. “The ties between Ireland and the United States run deep in our history. It’s a relationship that has served both countries well and one that must continue in the years ahead. I want to thank the consulate for their invitation and look forward to welcoming newly elected President Higgins and the First Lady to the United States.”
