President Higgins will conclude his state visit of New Zealand today.
The trip has included a number of engagements focused on strengthening political, economic and cultural ties between the two countries.
The President met with newly-elected Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern while there, as well as announcing the opening of an Irish embassy in Auckland.
The final engagement today will involve a reception attended by the President and his wife, for the Irish community in New Zealand and those with links to Ireland.
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