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China and Ireland Forge Stronger Economic Ties in Historic Visit

1/6/2026

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Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China, expressed a desire to boost economic cooperation with Ireland and strengthen ties with the European Union during January 5, 2026 Beijing meeting.
Micheal Martin, Ireland's Prime Minister, acknowledged China's global role and urged open trade, noting tariffs on EU dairy products.
The visit is the first by an Irish Taoiseach in 14 years and continues in Shanghai through January 8, 2026.

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Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China, expressed a desire to boost economic cooperation with Ireland and strengthen ties with the European Union during January 5, 2026 Beijing meeting.
Micheal Martin, Ireland's Prime Minister, acknowledged China's global role and urged open trade, noting tariffs on EU dairy products.
The visit is the first by an Irish Taoiseach in 14 years and continues in Shanghai through January 8, 2026.