爱尔兰的总统选举已经开始,迈克尔·康诺利在投票中引领迈克尔·希金斯继任。 Ireland's presidential election has begun, with Michael Connolly leading in polls to succeed Michael D. Higgins.

爱尔兰总统选举的投票已经开始,前部长迈克尔·D·希金斯的继任者即将选出。 Voting has begun in Ireland's presidential election, with former minister Michael D. Higgins' successor set to be chosen. 前司法部长海伦·麦肯提(Helen McEntee)和独立候选人迈克尔·康诺利(Michael Connolly)是主要竞争者之一, Former Minister of Justice Helen McEntee and independent candidate Michael Connolly are among the leading contenders, with Connolly currently seen as the frontrunner in polls. 这次选举每7年举行一次,将决定爱尔兰的国家元首,预计获胜者将于11月就职。 The election, held every seven years, will determine the head of state for Ireland, with the winner expected to take office in November.