Indian-Origin Leo Varadkar's Successor: Meet Ireland's Youngest Prime Minister, Simon Harris
As Ireland bids farewell to Leo Varadkar and welcomes a new leader, the spotlight falls on Simon Harris, the newly appointed youngest Taoiseach. This article sheds light on Harris's journey to power, his historic appointment, and the warm wishes extended by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, catering to the Indian community residing in Ireland.
- What's Story:
Simon Harris, born on October 17, 1986, in Greystones, County Wicklow, has swiftly risen through the ranks of Irish politics. His dedication to public service began in his teenage years, advocating for causes such as autism spectrum disorders. Elected to Wicklow County Council in 2009 and later to Dáil Éireann in 2011, Harris's trajectory within Fine Gael saw him assume ministerial roles in finance, health, and education.
Following Varadkar's resignation in March 2024, Harris emerged as the frontrunner for the leadership position within Fine Gael. With widespread support from the party, he was confirmed as the new leader on March 24, 2024, becoming Ireland's youngest Taoiseach at 37. The formalization of his new role came on April 9, 2024, through the Dáil's nomination and President Michael D. Higgins's appointment.
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Extends Wishes:
In a gesture of solidarity, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to congratulate Simon Harris on his historic appointment as Ireland's new Prime Minister. Modi's warm wishes not only reflect the strong ties between India and Ireland but also underscore the significance of the Indian community's presence in Ireland's socio-political landscape.
Congratulations @SimonHarrisTD on becoming youngest ever Prime Minister of Ireland. Highly value our historical ties that are based on shared belief in democratic values. Looking forward to work together to further strengthen India- Ireland bilateral partnership.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 10, 2024
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