I must underscore the United States’ commitment to deepening our ties with Trinidad and Tobago. We are neighbors, family members, and friends who trade with each other, we speak the same language, and we share the same values.
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In our continued efforts to help enhance rule of law and improve citizen security in Trinidad and Tobago, the United States provided nearly $750,000 to redevelop a historic building at the TTPS Academy. The new crime scene simulation facility will enable investigators to hone their skills in typical environments where crime occurs, including a home …
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Chargé d’Affaires, Shante Moore sat down with Public Affairs Officer, Kedenard Raymond, on Sunday January 17, 2021 for a live chat on Facebook Live.
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This important initiative leverages the power of public-private partnerships to address the challenges impacting our youth living with HIV.
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The U.S. Embassy Law Enforcement Working Group, led by Chargé d’Affaires (CDA) John McIntyre, hosted Commissioner of Police Gary Griffith for a courtesy call and briefing on September 4 regarding the strong working relationship between the Embassy and the TTPS. Representatives were present from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Department …
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The Embassy’s annual Iftar dinner was hosted last evening by Chargé d’Affaires John W. McIntyre as part of our continuing engagement with members of the Muslim community. Chargé d’Affaires McIntyre made a commitment to increase outreach with the community both on a professional and personal level. Yacoob Ali, President of ASJA in his greetings on …
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Chargé d’Affaires John W. McIntyre Remarks at the Official Launch of the Customs and Excise Mobile Scanners at the Port of Point Lisas, Trinidad Wednesday, April 18, 2018 11:00 a.m. The Honorable Colm Imbert – Minister of Finance The Honorable Edmund Dillon – Minister of National Security The Honorable Paula Gopee-Scoon – Minister of Trade …
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Port of Spain, Trinidad – On March 6 and 7 2018, the Judiciary of Trinidad and Tobago held two launch ceremonies to mark the openings of the North and South locations of their new Children Courts at 6 Elizabeth Street, St. Clair, Port of Spain, and Corner Dehli Street and Fyzabad Main Road, Fyzabad. The …
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Chargé d’Affaires John W. McIntyre yesterday received a courtesy call from Minister of Sport and Youth Affairs Darryl Smith. The discussion focused sport diplomacy.
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Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires John McIntyre At CariSECURE Inception Workshop Level 20, International Waterfront Center AS PREPARED It is my pleasure to give remarks at this formal launch of the CariSECURE project in Trinidad and Tobago. This project signals the United States Government’s continued commitment to reducing crime and violence among Caribbean youth. Trinidad and …
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One thing that I have learned about life is that challenges will always come, no matter who you are or what you do. But what makes individuals distinguish themselves are the choices we make when confronted by the challenges.
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The Tour, which began with a visit to the HIV treatment facility in Tobago on Tuesday, will continue with a visit to the San Fernando today and then to Sangre Grande next week. During these visits, Dr. Edwards and his team will share their experiences with other physicians and nurses so as to scale up …
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We consider it part of our long-standing commitment to reduce the production, trafficking, and use of illegal drugs, not only here in Trinidad and Tobago, but also throughout the Caribbean and the rest of the Western Hemisphere.
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Trini jazz musician Etienne Charles, an Assistant Professor of Jazz Studies at Michigan State University yesterday paid a courtesy call on Chargé d’Affaires John W. McIntyre.
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These efforts will help the system shift from one focused on punishing youth in conflict with the law to one that promotes rehabilitation and explores new approaches to restorative justice.
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There is nothing simple about ending human trafficking. It is a crime that is hidden in the shadows, whose victims are largely unseen, and where traffickers all too often operate with impunity.
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Last Wednesday Chargé d’Affaires John McIntyre spoke at an event hosted by AmCham, on “Business protocol in a changing environment”, as part of our Internal Speaker Program series. If your organization is interested in hosting an Embassy speaker, please let us know at ircpos@state.gov
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Charge´ d’Affairs John McIntyre and the Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Dexter Payne met with Minister of Energy and Energy Industries Franklin Khan recently.
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BOCAS LIT FEST Creative Director Marina Salandy-Brown, and our visiting participating speaker Rajiv Mohabir, paid a courtesy call on Chargé d’Affaires John W. McIntyre. The Bocas Lit Fest took place last week, April 26 – 30.
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Studying in the U.S. is a great opportunity for students from Trinidad and Tobago to expand their professional and personal horizons.
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The Governments of Trinidad and Tobago and the United States today signed a Memorandum of Intent (MOI) that will provide for the establishment of a state-of-the-art border control system that documents the arrival and departure of international travelers at airports and seaports in Trinidad and Tobago.
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Chargé d’Affaires John McIntyre on Thursday along with Jacob Stevens, Political and Economic Officer and students of QSI International School of Trinidad visited the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service to tour the US NWS Upper Air Station (Radiosonde) at Piarco. A special “weather balloon” sounding was done by Hiram Escabi, Jr., Upper Air Program Manager, …
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The United States remains committed to the safety and security needs of the Caribbean. We look forward to our continued collaboration and capacity building with all entities involved in the region
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Chargé d’Affaires John W. McIntyre paid his first official visit to Tobago from March 20-24
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U.S. Embassy staff Arthlyn Samuel of the Department of Homeland Security and Dina Abaa-Ogley of the Department of State received meritorious awards from the World Customs Organization for the indispensable role they played in the completion of the Customs Mutual Assistance Agreement (CMAA) between the United States and Trinidad and Tobago last year. Chargé d’Affaires …
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Impressive! That’s how Chargé d’Affaires John McIntyre described the operations of the Trinidad and Tobago Civil Aviation Authority (TTCAA) on Thursday, after touring the Complex at Caroni North Bank Road, Piarco.
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This morning Chargé d’Affaires John McIntyre delivered remarks at the opening ceremony of the Train-the-Trainer workshop on Intellectual Property with Trinidad and Tobago Customs and Excise. The Honourable Stuart Young, Minister in the Ministry of the Attorney General and Legal Affairs, as well as J. Todd Reves, Regional Intellectual Property Attaché for Mexico, Central America and …
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