The Taoiseach is in New York as part of his United States visit to mark St Patrick’s Day. On Monday the Taoiseach met with Duncan Niederauer, CEO of the New York Stock Exchange, before giving his address and ringing the opening bell.
In his address, the Taoiseach said “It’s a great honor for me to ring the opening bell on Ireland Day at the New York Stock Exchange.
“This is an annual occasion when the eyes of the world are on Ireland and I’m pleased to be associated with the launch of Ireland Inc on Ireland Day 2012.
“It is a real source of pride to me and to all Irish people that so many of our countrymen and women have helped to build this city and its institutions.
“Here on Wall Street the Irish footprint is clear whether you look at the trading floor, the brokerages, banks, even the business media, our Irish family stretches the globe… a 70million strong diaspora who have been strong advocates for the Irish economy and the Irish people.”
The Taoiseach spoke of Ireland’s economic recovery, and some key strengths of the Irish economy. He said “Ireland is
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Amid a backdrop of flat beer sales, the pub industry is placing less emphasis on drinks and taking advantage of an increasing share in the dining market.