Ambassador Rooney says his goodbyes after three years as Obama’s man in Ireland

Steelers owner encourages Ireland and America to build on relationship

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United States Ambassador to Ireland Dan Rooney

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“The gains and institutional changes over the past three years have been enormous. Aware that not everyone has enjoyed the benefits peace has brought, I have worked closely with Senator Martin McAleese and the Department of Foreign Affairs to bridge some of these gaps.

“The US-Irish relationship extends far beyond our own borders as we work together on global security challenges. Our partnership includes initiatives such as our co-leadership of the “1,000 Days: Change a Life, Change the Future” campaign to combat global hunger. Ireland’s chairmanship of the Organisation of Security Co-operation in Europe this past year has provided additional opportunities for us to co-operate on advancing global security.”

In closing, he thanked the Irish people for their warmth and friendship during his time in the Phoenix Park residence.

He said: “It has been an honour and privilege to represent the US as ambassador to Ireland. The president charged me to protect and build the historic and deep friendship between our two countries. I am pleased to say this relationship is the strongest it has ever been.

“Ours is not a foreign relationship between two countries but a shared kinship between two great peoples.”

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