Rising crime and the lack of economic opportunities are top concerns for many citizens of Trinidad & Tobago.From recruitment into ISIS, criminal gangs, or drug abuse, to the simple need for economic opportunity, there are many factors that make individuals succumb to extremist behavior.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 27 April, 2019 | Topics:
News, Speeches
| Tags: CVE, ECA, SafeCommuniTT
We share your commitment to your work as well as the aspirations for creating positive change today and for future generations.As President Trump has said, “By investing in women around the world, we’re investing in families, we’re investing in prosperity, and we’re investing in peace.”
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 26 April, 2019 | Topics:
News, Speeches
| Tags: CVE, ECA Bureau, Women of Courage; Assistant Secretary Royce
This important initiative leverages the power of public-private partnerships to address the challenges impacting our youth living with HIV.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 28 November, 2018 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, News, Speeches
| Tags: AIDS, HIV, MRF, PEPFAR
This project was selected because people care about you students and your success. The United States is rooting for you, the people you see around you are rooting for you, and know that there are others in the country that are watching and rooting for you.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 15 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Speeches
| Tags: Fulbright Alumni, life skills, STEM, Success Laventille Secondary
The message to take from my comments is that the United States is committed to joining this fight against crime with you, as a trusted partner and friend, for the safety of citizens both here and in the United States.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 14 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
| Tags: Anti-Gang legislation
Through CBSI, the U.S. government aims to strengthen the safety and security of all citizens of Trinidad and Tobago, including its young people.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 29 October, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
| Tags: National Drug Council
As we have seen time after time throughout the world, state-owned enterprises invest abroad in ways that are clearly not transparent, clearly not market-driven, and clearly not designed to benefit the people of the countries in which they invest.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 25 October, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Speeches
| Tags: Investment; AMCHAMTT, transparency
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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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 4 December, 2017 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, News, Speeches
| Tags: Education; Chaguanas Borough Corporation
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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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 30 November, 2017 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, News, Speeches
| Tags: World AIDS Day; PEPFAR; CDC; The Medical Research Foundation; HIV/AIDS; Treat All
Our dialogue and partnership allow us to more effectively address the transregional networks that enable criminal and extremist activities
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 8 November, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, Speeches
| Tags: SouthCom; Security; Radical extremism;
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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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 22 September, 2017 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, News, Speeches
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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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 11 July, 2017 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, News, Speeches
| Tags: Juvenile Court Project, UNDP
As Trinidad is the home of CARICOM IMPACS and the Trinidad and Tobago Police Academy is a training model for the region, Trinidad is an ideal location to host this conference.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 7 June, 2017 | Topics:
News, Speeches
| Tags: Law Enforcement Technical Working Group
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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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 24 April, 2017 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, News, Press Releases, Speeches, Study in the U.S.
| Tags: EducationUSA, Study in the U.S., Trinidad and Tobago
Tonight, I ordered a targeted military strike on the airfield in Syria from where the chemical attack was launched. It is in this vital national security interest of the United States to prevent and deter the spread and use of deadly chemical weapons
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 7 April, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, Speeches
| Tags: Chemical weapons; military strike;, Donald J. Trump, Syria; Bashar al-Assad
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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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 4 April, 2017 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, News, Speeches
| Tags: CBSI, USAID
I’m really pleased that Chaguanas has joined the Strong Cities Network, the first global network of mayors, municipal-level policy makers, and practitioners united in building social cohesion and community resilience to counter violent extremism in all its forms.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 13 March, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, Speeches
| Tags: Chaguanas, CVE, Strong Cities Network
President Trump delivered his first address to a joint session of Congress on February 28. THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much. Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States — and citizens of America: Tonight, as we mark the conclusion of our celebration of Black History Month, we are reminded of our nation’s path towards civil rights and the work that still remains ...
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 2 March, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, Speeches
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
Today’s ceremony, however, has very special meaning. Because today we are not merely transferring power from one Administration to another, or from one party to another – but we are transferring power from Washington, D.C. and giving it back to you, the American People.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 23 January, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, Speeches
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, USA; inauguration;
Just 10 months after you welcomed this Son of the Soil home, look what we’ve accomplished together.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 13 January, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News, Speeches
| Tags: Farewell; U.S./TT Relations;
The construction of this Emergency Operations Center is just one example of numerous initiatives by United States Southern Command as they work with US Embassies like ours to assist our regional partners in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief response.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 15 August, 2016 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
| Tags: ODPM; NEOC; SouthCom; Disasters;
Good Morning! It’s great to be here again at UWI; this is my third visit. On Monday I had my courtesy call with the Principal and was very impressed by his vision for the University. During our conversation two things stood out to me that are essential for the university that is going to help ...
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 12 August, 2016 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
| Tags: interns; Arthur Ashe Foundation;
That you are here tonight means you are involved in the efforts of making the United States of America and Trinidad and Tobago more safe, prosperous and just.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 1 July, 2016 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, Speeches
| Tags: July Fourth; steelpan; innovation; Independence;
Through their service in the Military, women have demonstrated that change—even change that was unimaginable a few years earlier—is not just possible, but the right thing to do.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 15 June, 2016 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches
| Tags: Women in Military and Security Conference; SOUTHCOM; WIMCON2016
That people could be targeted for mass murder because of their sexual preference is unconscionable--as it would be if they were targeted for their race, religion, or gender.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 13 June, 2016 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches
| Tags: Orlando Attacks
In times of uneasiness, of uncertainty or change, a natural social response is turning inward, closing off to others, protecting what you have.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 12 May, 2016 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches
| Tags: AMCHAMTT; Economy;
Here in Trinidad and Tobago, press freedom is enshrined in the law and valued by society. But with freedom comes responsibilities.
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 3 May, 2016 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases, Speeches
| Tags: Press Freedom; TTPBA; MATT; ACM
AS PREPARED Remarks by Ambassador John L. Estrada at Credentialing Ceremony, President’s Office Tuesday April 19, 2016 10:00 His Excellency Anthony Thomas Aquinas Carmona, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago… Her Excellency Reema Carmona, First Lady of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago… Ms. Margaret B. Diop, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 19 April, 2016 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches
| Tags: Barack Obama, Credentialing Ceremony; President Carmona; Marine Corps
Port of Spain March 23, 2016: Hello, I am John Learie Estrada. I am honored to be the next United States Ambassador to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. I was born in Trinidad. As a young child I lived, played and went to primary schools in the communities of Laventille, Diego Martin and Toco. My fondest ...
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By U.S. Embassy Port of Spain | 23 March, 2016 | Topics:
Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches, Video
| Tags: Barack Obama, Marine Corps; Laventille; Toco; Diego Martin
