President Trump visits the new US embassy in Ballsbridge, Ireland where he was introduced by U.S. Ambassador to Ireland Ed Walsh, whom he appointed last year.  During his visit to the embassy, President Trump delivered remarks. WATCH: 

Following his remarks, President Trump boarded Marine One to travel to his golf resort in Doonbeg.  The president will attend the Irish Open and plans to stay two nights during his visit.  He will present the Isish Open golf trophy to the champion on Sunday.  President Trump will depart Ireland and return to the US Monday morning.

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President Donald Trump participates in a bilateral meeting with Taoiseach Micheál Martin at Farmleigh House.  President Trump was greeted outside the property by Martin and his wife, Mary.

Michael Martin recognized the spirit of the travel so close to the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and spoke of the bond between the Irish and the New Yorkers who were killed and injured during the attacks on the World Trade Center. WATCH:

The arrival ceremony of President Trump was formal as the red carpet was rolled out as he arrived at Áras an Uachtaráin, the Irish president’s residence, in Phoenix Park. After shaking hands with Irish President Catherine Connolly, the Guard of Honour presented Arms and the National Anthems of United States of America and Ireland were played by a military band. BELOW:

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