asked the Taoiseach whether he has satisfied himself that his visit to the United States will lead to increased US business investment in our economy.

Nine firms in important sectors of industry, representing substantial investment and employment indicated their decision to locate in Ireland and many other important firms indicated a similar intention. I will be referring further to these investments in the statement I will be making after Questions.

In relation to this important objective of his visit to the US and the subsequent statement, will the Taoiseach be indicating whether there are any definite possibilities of additional investments from the US in this country?

In a general way I will be able to give some indication, but nothing specific.