Irish leaders welcome clarity on EU-US trade deal and pharma tariffs cap of 15%

Tanaiste Simon Harris and Taoiseach Micheal Martin speaking to the media at a press conference (Niall Carson/PA) - (PA Wire)

Ireland’s premier and deputy premier have welcomed clarity on the EU-US trade deal, which sees the US commit to capping tariffs on pharma goods at 15%.

Taoiseach Micheal Martin said the trade agreement represented a “significant win” for the EU while Tanaiste Simon Harris said it offered an “important shield” for Irish exporters.