Ireland's goods exports to the US increased by 34% to €72.6bn in 2024, while imports fell to €22.5bn, resulting in a trade surplus of over €50bn. This trade dynamic has political implications, especially with Donald Trump advocating for fair trade policies. The surplus is largely due to pharmaceutical exports, which rose significantly, with Eli Lily's Zepbound contributing to the increase. The low corporation tax rate in Ireland attracts US pharmaceutical companies. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)