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Namaste fellow citizens,

The ancient festival of Divali has survived, intact and sacred through the ages, because of its core message- good over evil; light over darkness. Hindus worldwide are motivated to keep this holy tradition of prayers, lights, cuisine, song and dance alive, because, the ultimate goal is a timeless manifestation of doing good and bringing light to even the darkest corners of our world. That is the true essence of Divali- its ability to transcend all religions because of ...

Message From His Excellency Anthony Thomas Aquinas Carmona ORTT, SC President Of The Republic Of Trinidad And Tobago
On the Occasion of the Public Holiday
In Recognition of the Fundamental Contribution of the
First Peoples To The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
October 13, 2017

The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, by declaring 13 October a national holiday, in celebration of our First Peoples, has made a profound statement of genuine inclusivity for all. It ...

National Address By His Excellency Anthony Thomas Aquinas Carmona ORTT, SC President Of The Republic Of Trinidad And Tobago
On The Occasion Of Our 41st Anniversary Of Republic Day 2017

Good evening fellow citizens,

Tonight, is significant. It is historic. Another symbolic step in raising our national consciousness and pride in a patriotic way that further affirms our Republican status. Tonight, as Chancellor of the National Awards, conferred by the Republican Constitution on the Head ...

From Crown Colony to Independent State, freedom for all, self-sustainability, self-actualisation and the right to forge a national destiny were the driving forces that inspired the great, brave revolutionaries to lobby and advocate for our self-governance. From the trenches of slavery and Indentureship, we found strength and unity in each other’s struggle; the common denominators that forged the catalyst for our very freedom. This great Nation of ours has been built on the hard work, dedication, tenacity, sacrifice and perseverance ...

This moment of great celebration in Trinidad and Tobago characterises a Nation’s survival, self-sustainability, sovereignty and genuine pride. For 55 years, we have flourished and generated the strength and power that are required for a country’s fortitude, progression and successful continuity. This is a moment for all citizens of this great Nation to feel proud of our collective achievements and of our contributions on the international stage. These accolades have been attained, because of you citizens- who toil in the ...

Feature Address By His Excellency Anthony Thomas Aquinas Carmona ORTT, SC President Of The Republic Of Trinidad And Tobago
At The First Parent Skills Training Programme For Children With Disabilities
At Mount Hope Women’s Hospital – August 21, 2017

I wish to welcome the esteemed visitors from Autism Speaks and the World Health Organization (WHO) to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, where they will undoubtedly provide much needed assistance and touch lives in a transformational way. Today represents the ...

MESSAGE OF HIS EXCELLENCY ANTHONY THOMAS AQUINAS CARMONA O.R.T.T., S.C. PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO ON THE OCCASION OF EMANCIPATION DAY 2017

Emancipation Day is a day to recall the triumphant resilience embedded in the human spirit of our forefathers in their quest and thirst for freedom, equality and justice. Slavery is a stain on the very fabric of our humanity.  This is reflected in that seminal calypso, “I am a Slave” by the quintessential Dr ...