Invitations to the National Awards Ceremony
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Today, Monday, October 5, 2026, Her Excellency Marina Teitelboim Farias, Ambassador of the Republic of Chile to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, presented her Letters of Credence to Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, during a ceremony at The President’s House.The presentation of Letters of Credence formally marks the commencement of an Ambassador’s diplomatic mission in Trinidad and Tobago.Also present to witness the ceremony was Mr. Cristóbal Fernández, Deputy Head of Mission.
On Wednesday, September 30, 2026, Their Excellencies Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, and Kerwyn Garcia, SC, First Gentleman, hosted their third consecutive Cocktail Reception in recognition of Republic Day at The President’s House.Held as Trinidad and Tobago marks 50 years since becoming a Republic, the reception brought together a wide cross-section of stakeholders from across the public and private sectors. The evening served as an opportunity for Their Excellencies and the Office of the President to recognise and express their gratitude to those who support the work of the Office in its daily operations, as well as its special projects and national initiatives.In a toast to the evening’s guests, Her Excellency the President expressed her profound gratitude for their continued support and service to Trinidad and Tobago.The occasion also saw the Office of the President receive its awards from the 47th Annual Telly Awards 2026 for "Let’s Learn About the President," the Office’s children’s animation series.📸 View the full photo album for the evening: flic.kr/s/aHBqjD6wSN
Her Excellency Lenka Pokorná, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago with residence in Bogotá, Colombia, presented her Letters of Credence to Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, on Friday, October 2, 2026, at The President’s House.Ambassador Pokorná was accompanied by Mr. Colin Baggan, Honorary Consul of the Czech Republic in Trinidad and Tobago.Her Excellency welcomed Ambassador Pokorná to Trinidad and Tobago and wished her every success in her new post.
For the fourth consecutive year, Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, and His Excellency Kerwyn Garcia, SC, First Gentleman, have included Form Six students from secondary schools across Trinidad and Tobago in the National Awards Ceremony, creating an opportunity for the nation’s youth to take part in this important national occasion.The students played an integral role in the ceremony by reading the biographies of the 2026 National Award recipients. The 2026 student readers were:• Brianna Callender of Debe Secondary• Déja Constantine of East Mucurapo Secondary• Jonorsha Cunningham of Mayaro Secondary• Aditya Danraj of Shiva Boys Hindu College• Emile Farnell of Chaguanas North Secondary• Aaron Gomez of Bishop Anstey and Trinity College East Sixth Form• Makeda Hill of Fyzabad Secondary• Ryaesha Khan of ASJA Girls College• Jada Renee King of Bishop’s High School, Tobago• Kurmaiyah Luces of Manzanilla Secondary• Cristiano Ravi Maharaj of Princes Town West Secondary• Jalan Maughn of St. Mary’s College• Isabella Mendoza of Naparima Girls High School• Lincoln Rampersad of San Juan South Secondary• Tristan Siboo of St. Benedict’s College• Israel Walters of Goodwood Secondary, TobagoThe Office of the President extends its thanks and congratulations to these students for lending their voices to the 57th National Awards Ceremony and for representing their schools with distinction.
On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, joined the International Women’s Forum of Trinidad and Tobago (IWFTT) for its Inspirational Women Awards Gala 2026, marking the fifth anniversary of the celebration.The evening brought together women from across Trinidad and Tobago to honour three exceptional women: Ms. Roberta Clarke, Dr. Christine Carrington and Dr. Diva Amon, whose contributions span justice and human rights, science and education, and marine research and conservation.Through an evening of recognition, reflection and celebration, the Gala highlighted the importance of creating space for women to lead, inspire and open possibilities for those who follow.See moments from the evening: flic.kr/s/aHBqjD6pKv