A Nation’s House, A People’s Journey: 150 Years of The President’s House and 50 Years of the Presidency

In 2026, Trinidad and Tobago commemorates a historic convergence of milestones—the 150th anniversary of The President’s House and the 50th anniversary of the Presidency and of the Republic. Together, these milestones offer a unique opportunity to reflect on our...

Presentation of Credentials: High Commissioner for Nigeria

On Tuesday, July 21, 2026, the Right Honourable Jerrymon Samuel Manwe, High Commissioner for the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, presented his Letters of Credence to Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo O.R.T.T., President of the...

Address by His Excellency Kerwyn Garcia, SC at the Closing Ceremony of The President’s Pan Camp 2026

Twenty-six young people concluded six days of music, mentorship and personal development on Saturday July 18, 2026 as The President's Pan Camp 2026 came to a triumphant close at The President's House. Now in its third consecutive year, the Camp brought together...

Appointment of Mr. H. R. Ian Roach to the Judicial and Legal Service Commission

In a ceremony held at The President’s House on Tuesday 14th July, 2026, Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago administered the Oath of Office and presented the Instrument of Appointment to Mr. H. R. Ian...

Speech at the Launch of The President’s Pan Camp 2026

Good morning. A steelpan does not find its voice by accident. A master tuner approaches the instrument with vision, skill and an attentive ear. Each note must possess clarity of its own, but no note exists for itself alone. The tuner brings distinct voices into right...

Speech at the Tackveeyatul Islamic Association (TIA) 100 Years of Islamic Service celebration

Their Excellencies Christine Carla Kangaloo O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, and Kerwyn Garcia S.C., First Gentleman, attended the Tackveeyatul Islamic Association's (TIA) 100 Years of Islamic Service celebration on Saturday July 11, 2026....

Their Excellencies attend 100th Anniversary Celebrations of the Tackveeyatul Islamic Association

For 100 years, the Tackveeyatul Islamic Association (TIA) has demonstrated the enduring power of faith, education and service in shaping lives and strengthening communities. On Saturday July 11, 2026, Their Excellencies Christine Carla Kangaloo O.R.T.T., President of...

Condolences on the Passing of Paul Emmanuel Cecil “Bill” Trotman

Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, extends sincere condolences to the family, friends, colleagues and all those who mourn the passing of cultural icon Paul Emmanuel Cecil “Bill” Trotman. Mr. Trotman was...

Courtesy Call: National Council of Indian Culture

Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, received a courtesy call from the newly elected Board of Directors of the National Council of Indian Culture on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. The Board comprised Dr. Surujdeo...

Presentation of Credentials: High Commissioner for the People’s Republic of Bangladesh

On Tuesday 7th July, 2026, His Excellency Md. Jashim Uddin, High Commissioner for the People’s Republic of Bangladesh to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago with residence in Ottawa, Canada, presented his Letters of Credence to Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo...

Speech at the “Freedom Morning Come” Emancipation Play at The President’s House

Good morning. A few moments ago, we witnessed more than a play. We witnessed memory take human form. Freedom Morning Come invites us into an imagined conversation among enslaved Africans as they await the reading of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1834. It reminds us...