00:00Diplomatic relations between Trinidad and Tobago and St. Lucia were in focus today as Prime Minister Kamala Pissot-Bissassa welcomed
00:08her St. Lucia counterpart, Philip J. Peir, for high-level bilateral talks at the Diplomatic Centre.
00:15The courtesy call underscored the long-standing relationship between the two Caribbean nations, with both leaders reaffirming their commitment to
00:23strengthening ties.
00:24Discussions centered on expanding cooperation in several priority areas, including energy, trade, tourism, health, culture, and ICT development sectors seen
00:36as critical to regional growth and resilience.
00:39The leaders also exchanged views on advancing opportunities within CARICOM as Prime Minister Pissot-Bissassa extended congratulations to Prime Minister
00:48Peir ahead of his upcoming tenure as Chairman of the regional body from July 1st.
00:54The meeting ended with a shared commitment to deepen collaboration and strengthen integration between the sister nations.
01:01Meanwhile, in a separate but significant development, Prime Minister Pissot-Bissassa delivered remarks at the signing of an agreement that
01:09will see the World Bank Group establish offices in Trinidad and Tobago.
01:13The move is expected to enhance access to development, financing, technical expertise, and support for national and regional projects.
01:22Together, today's engagements signal a dual focus on strengthening Caribbean unity, while expanding global partnerships aimed at driving economic and
01:32social development.
01:33Our Vashita Wari Rupnarein, TV6 News.
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