DUP leader Arlene Foster may meet with US President Donald Trump during an upcoming visit to Washington, it has been reported.

In keeping with tradition, figures from Northern Ireland's political parties visit the US during St Patrick's day celebrations, meeting with various dignitaries and groups.

Rodney Edwards of the Impartial Reporter newspaper reported Mrs Foster could meet with Donald Trump during a visit to the US capital, with Brexit being an item on the agenda during discussions.

According to the newspaper, the DUP leader will attend a St. Patrick’s Day lunch hosted by the Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and addressed by President Trump and also a White House reception hosted by the President.

A DUP spokesperson said America is "incredibly important" for Northern Ireland politically and economically.

"It is also important that a unionist voice is heard in Washington. Mrs Foster will attend events around the St Patrick’s celebrations in the US Capitol," the spokesperson added.

"It is a perfect opportunity to speak with key influencers and ensure that US public representatives hear an alternative narrative to that put forward by the Friends of Sinn Fein lobby."

Last year, Ian Paisley was a guest of the President and the First Lady at the White House and invited Mr Trump to visit Northern Ireland in the future.

"I look forward to welcoming him and to seeing him, hopefully in County Antrim," Mr Paisley said.

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