Robinson and McGuinness welcome appointment of Economic Envoy

First Minister Rt Hon Peter D. Robinson MP MLA and Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness MP MLA have welcomed the appointment of Declan Kelly as the new Economic Envoy to Nothern Ireland.

Mr Robinson said: "I would like to congratulate Declan on his appointment as Economic Envoy.

"The Northern Ireland Executive is grateful for the Obama Administrations commitment to remain engaged with our region, and we eagerly anticipate working with Declan on the basis of mutual benefit and cooperation. "

Mr McGuinness said: "The United States has always played a key role in our political and economic development. We are pleased that the new administration will continue this work

"We wish Declan every success in carrying out the duties of his ! office. It is our hope that the warm relationship between ourselves and the United States continues under his appointment."

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