They will take part in a series of St Patrick’s Day engagements focused on showcasing Northern Ireland’s economy
Northern Ireland’s leaders are heading stateside for their first international trip since taking up the posts earlier this year.
Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris and Stormont Economy Minister Conor Murphy are also in the US this week. “I am ambitious for a brighter future for our people and I want to harness the benefits of the special connection between ourselves and the US,” she said. Ms Little-Pengelly said the events they would attend, which included the Ireland Funds Gala and meeting with the US Chamber of Commerce, would give them an opportunity to engage with influential decision makers.
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