Northern Ireland has an "incredible opportunity" for economic growth, US president Joe Biden insisted as he pledged to continue to work with the UK and Irish governments to restore devolution.
On his four-day visit to the island of Ireland, Mr Biden claimed "hundreds" of US corporations were ready to invest in Northern Ireland - but were "cautious" about the lack of devolved government in the region.
He also said the UK should be working more closely with the Irish government to support the people of Northern Ireland.