By JOSH LEDERMAN
Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Joe Biden is calling for trust on all sides to make Northern Ireland’s peace agreement work.
Biden is hosting Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny at his official residence for St. Patrick’s Day breakfast. It’s an annual tradition for Biden, who has Irish roots. Eggs, country potatoes and Irish soda bread are on the menu.
Kenny says Ireland wants to see a major U.S.-European trade deal succeed. He also says fixing America’s immigration system is a priority.
The breakfast kicks off a day of festivities throughout Washington.
Later, the Irish leader and Biden will meet with President Barack Obama in the Oval Office before attending a St. Patrick’s Day luncheon at the Capitol.
Obama will then speak at his annual White House reception marking the holiday.
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