The length of the trip and the relative lack of programmed meetings is a contrast to the forthcoming state visit, which will be a much more formal affair, from 17 to 19 September. He said there were a number of domestic and international issues which were of interest to the people of Scotland including the Middle East, the war in Ukraine, and the imposition of tariffs on products such as Scotch whisky. Speaking just ahead of the visit, the first minister told the BBC: "The president is coming to Scotland and I believe it's my duty as first minister of Scotland to engage, to protect and to promote the interests of the people of Scotland and that's exactly what the people expect of me and that's what I'll do."
Published at: 2025-07-22 22:07:30
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