State Department Statement on St. Patrick's Day

State Dept Press Releases

Published March 17th, 2026

Detected March 17th, 2026

Summary

The U.S. Department of State issued a statement congratulating the people of Ireland on St. Patrick's Day. The statement highlighted the strong bilateral relationship, economic ties with over $1 trillion in trade and investment, and shared security interests.

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This document is a press statement from the U.S. Department of State commemorating St. Patrick's Day. It emphasizes the enduring bond between the United States and Ireland, noting historical contributions to American independence and the significant economic partnership, which includes over $1 trillion in trade and investment and Ireland being the fifth-largest foreign investor in the U.S., supporting over 375,000 American jobs.

This is a routine diplomatic notice and does not impose any new regulatory requirements or obligations on regulated entities. It serves as an informational statement celebrating a cultural holiday and reaffirming bilateral relations. No specific actions or compliance measures are required from businesses or individuals based on this statement.

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On the Occasion of St. Patrick’s Day

Press Statement

Marco Rubio, Secretary of State

March 17, 2026

On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my congratulations to the people of Ireland as you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.

The bond between our nations is truly special and enduring. Over 30 million Americans claim Irish heritage, and Ireland’s contributions to American independence, from Charles Thomson’s design of the Great Seal of the United States to the nine signers of the Declaration of Independence of Irish origin, are woven into our nation’s founding.

As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, we look forward to deepening our partnership to meet the opportunities and challenges of today’s world. Our trade and investment relationship stands at over $1 trillion, with Ireland ranking as the fifth-largest foreign investor in the United States, supporting over 375,000 American jobs across all 50 states. We are committed to advancing fair trade policies that benefit us all. The United States and Ireland enjoy close cooperation, and we remain committed to working together to safeguard our shared security and address global challenges. Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona daoibh.