Taoiseach holds first phonecall with US President-elect Joe Biden

According to sources familiar with the call, the exchange between Mr Martin and the successful democratic candidate was described as “very warm” and Mr Biden committed his continued support for the Good Friday Agreement, Mr Biden informed the Taoiseach that he sees Ireland as a “key bridge-builder” in his desire to restore good relations between the US and the EU. Picture: Julien Behal/PA

Taoiseach Micheál Martin spoke to US President-elect Joe Biden for more than 20 minutes on Tuesday evening.

During the call, Mr Biden spoke too about his strong desire to visit Ireland during his term as US President.