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On Wednesday October 15, 2025, for the third consecutive year, Their Excellencies Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and Kerwyn Garcia, S.C., First Gentleman, attended the annual Divali Nagar. ![]()
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Prior to the start of the night’s official proceedings, Their Excellencies were warmly welcomed by NCIC President, Mr. Surujdeo Mangaroo, and invited to view the Thematic Exhibition housed at the NCIC titled “Loka Sangraha — The Welfare of the World.”![]()
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In her address, Her Excellency reflected on the meaning of this year’s theme, reminding the audience that:![]()
“When we act selflessly for the welfare of others, we become bearers of that light, ourselves participating in the eternal victory of knowledge over ignorance, good over evil, and light over darkness.”![]()
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Shubh Divali to all! 🪔![]()
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Mr. David Comissiong, High Commissioner-designate of the Republic of Barbados to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, today presented his Letters of Credence to Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, at The President’s House.![]()
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Accompanying the High Commissioner was Mrs. Sandra Gittens, Senior Foreign Service Officer and Mr. Kodie Ramsay-Rollins, Foreign Service Officer.![]()
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Her Excellency congratulated High Commissioner Comissiong and extended her best wishes for a successful and fulfilling tenure in Trinidad and Tobago.
On Saturday 11th October, 2025, Their Excellencies Christine Carla Kangaloo ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and Kerwyn Garcia, S.C., First Gentleman attended the 75th anniversary celebrations of the Syrian Lebanese Women’s Association of Trinidad and Tobago. ![]()
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Their Excellencies were first taken on a guided tour of a ‘living museum’ which showcased the rich history, traditions and contributions of the SLWA and the wider Syrian-Lebanese community in Trinidad and Tobago. Their Excellencies later joined guests for dinner and in enjoying the evening’s musical performances.![]()
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Proceeds from the event will go toward supporting the Association’s ongoing outreach and service initiatives across Trinidad and Tobago.![]()
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Established in 1950, the Syrian Lebanese Women’s Association of Trinidad and Tobago is a local non-governmental organization that provides assistance to the poor, sick, and disadvantaged through a range of charitable and community-based initiatives.
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Their Excellencies Christine Carla Kangaloo ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and Kerwyn Garcia SC, First Gentleman arrive for the fifth night of Divali celebrations at the 37th Annual Divali Nagar.
On Tuesday 14th October, 2025, Mr. Ranko Vilović, Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Croatia to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago presented his credentials to Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago at The President’s House.![]()
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The Ambassador was accompanied by Mr. Boris Bartulin, Minister Plenipotentiary. ![]()
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Her Excellency warmly welcomed the Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago and extended her best wishes for his tenure.![]()
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The presentation of Letters of Credence is a key ceremonial and diplomatic act, through which incoming Ambassadors or High Commissioners are formally accredited to represent their home countries and act on behalf of their governments in the host nation.