Tánaiste welcomes Chinese VP to Ireland

The Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore has welcomed Chinese vice-president Xi Jinping to Ireland at the start of his three-day official visit.

Sat, 18 Feb, 2012 - 18:01

The Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore has welcomed Chinese vice-president Xi Jinping to Ireland at the start of his three-day official visit.

Mr Xi touched down in Shannon Airport earlier today.

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