Chinese premier arrives in Ireland for visit

Chinese premier, Li Qiang has arrived in Ireland for a two day visit. 

During his visit, Chinese premier, Li Qiang is set to meet with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and President Higgins.

Chinese President Xi Jinping nominated premier, Li Qiang to visit Ireland while President Jiping last visited himself in 2012, before becoming president.

Premier Qiang arrived on board a Boeing 747-8, which Dublin Airport said 'is the largest passenger aircraft to land here in our 84 year history.'

In a statement on X, formerly Known as Twitter, Dublin Airport said: "It’s here! A very special moment as Air China flight CCA001 arrives at Dublin Airport - the largest passenger aircraft to land here in our 84 year history. We’re delighted to facilitate the arrival of Premier Li Qiang to Ireland."

Premier Li Qiang by Minister for the Environment Eamon Ryan.

Gardaí have advised members of the public to 'leave extra time for any journey in Dublin tomorrow,' Wednesday, January 17.

This follows a major operation that is underway in Dublin to facilitate Premier Qiang's visit.