WASHINGTON, Dec. 19, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In his holiday message, Ambassador David O'Sullivan, Head of the European Union Delegation to the U.S., says that since his recent arrival, he is struck every day by the depth and breadth of the transatlantic relationship. "The European Union and the United States have a unique and impressive partnership, one that encompasses many things we take for granted in our daily lives, like our economic well-being, the safety of our citizens, and the ability to live in peace."

Noting that the EU has become a strong ally of the U.S. in tackling global challenges, he expresses his wish for 2015 that Europe and the United States will work even more closely together to provide leadership in the world economy and in tackling climate change.

Ambassador O'Sullivan highlights that negotiations for a Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership are a priority in 2015. "I very much hope that during my term as EU Ambassador, we will seal the deal and already see its effects. TTIP is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to strengthen the greatest economic corridor in the world and give a significant boost to global trade," he says, wishing everyone a happy holiday season and a joyous year ahead.

Watch the holiday message: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XV5-MYfFiqQ&feature=youtu.be

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