Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs

Mr. Randall Karim, Permanent Secretary (Ag.) and Head of the Foreign Service, Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs met with His Excellency Kareem Essameldin Amin, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago during a courtesy call on 5th November, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. The meeting reaffirmed the warm and longstanding relations between Trinidad and Tobago and Egypt.

The Honourable Sean Sobers, Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs met with His Excellency Giles Roduit, Ambassador of the Swiss Confederation to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, during a courtesy call on 5th November, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. The meeting served to reaffirm the cordial relations between Trinidad and Tobago and Switzerland and to discuss opportunities for enhanced cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

The Honourable Sean Sobers, Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs met with His Excellency Balázs Heincz, Ambassador of Hungary to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago during a meeting held on 3rd November, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of Trinidad and Tobago and Hungary to deepening cooperation and strengthening bilateral ties

The Honourable Sean Sobers, Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs attended and delivered remarks at a reception hosted by Her Excellency Ayşe Selcan Şanli, Ambassador of Tűrkiye in celebration of the 102nd Anniversary  of the Republic of Tűrkiye on 29th October, 2025. In his statement at the event, Minister Sobers extended heartfelt congratulations to the Government and people of Tűrkiye on this milestone, commending the nation’s remarkable journey of transformation and progress since the proclamation of the Republic in 1923.

Hurricane Melissa Disaster Relief.

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His Excellency Dr. Paul Byam, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary and Director of the Bilateral Relations Division welcomed Dr. Muhammad Ibrahim, Director General-designate of the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation in Agriculture (IICA) during a courtesy call held on 29th October, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. 

Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ms. Erica Fortune attends the opening of a Commemorative Exhibition by the First Peoples Sovereign Nations of Trinidad and Tobago on 28th October, 2025 at National Archives of Trinidad and Tobago. Ms. Fortune delivered remarks on behalf of the Honourable Sean Sobers, Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs, reaffirming the Government’s respect for and commitment to preserving the rich cultural heritage of the First Peoples. 

The Honourable Sean Sobers, Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs met with His Excellency Hernán Núñez, Ambassador of the Republic of Chile during a courtesy call on 27th October, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. Discussions during the meeting reaffirmed the strong diplomatic ties between both nations and explored avenues for enhanced collaboration. 

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain hosted a National Day Reception at the official residence of Her Excellency Cristina Pérez Gutíérrez, Ambassador of Spain on 16th October, 2025. Mr. Randall Karim, Permanent Secretary (Ag.), Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs delivered remarks on behalf of the Honourable Sean Sobers, Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs extending warm congratulations to the Government and people of the Kingdom of Spain on this joyous occasion. The evening was a true celebration of diplomacy, friendship and shared purpose – a reflection of the strong and lasting bond between our two nations. 

The Honourable Sean Sobers, Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs met with Her Excellency Maria Elisa Teófilo de Luna, Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil during a courtesy call on 22nd October, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. Discussions focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation and deepening collaboration in key areas of mutual interest, reflecting the longstanding friendship between Trinidad and Tobago and Brazil. 

Mr. Randall Karim, Permanent Secretary (Ag.), Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs held discussions with Mr. David Commissiong, High Commissioner of Barbados during a courtesy call on 16th October, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. The meeting took place ahead of the High Commissioner’s presentation of credentials to Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces. 

Mr. Randall Karim, Permanent Secretary (Ag.), Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs met with Mr. Ranko Vilović, non-resident Ambassador of the Republic of Croatia to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, with residence in Brasilia, Brazil during a courtesy call held on 14th October, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. The discussions highlighted opportunities for enhanced cooperation between Trinidad and Tobago and Croatia in areas of mutual interest. 

Mr. Randall Karim, Permanent Secretary (Ag.), Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs met with Ms. Cécile Tassin, newly-appointed Ambassador of the European Union to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago during a courtesy call on 7th October, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. The meeting provided an opportunity to reaffirm the longstanding partnership between Trinidad and Tobago and the European Union and to discuss avenues for enhanced cooperation in areas of mutual interest. 

Wreath Laying Ceremony of the Cubana de Aviación Tragedy -  (5th October, 2025)

The German National Day Reception which took place on 3rd October, 2025 provided an important platform for diplomatic engagement. Mr. Nicholas Morris, Parliamentary Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs, used the opportunity to engage with Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany, His Excellency Dr. Christophe Eick, strengthening key relationships.  

The Honourable Sean Sobers, Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs, joined His Excellency Michael Ryan Callan, High Commissioner of Canada to commemorate the 158th Anniversary of Canada’s Independence on 4th October, 2025 at Green Meadows, Santa Cruz. Minister Sobers congratulated Canada on this milestone and reaffirmed the strong diplomatic ties and shared values between both nations, highlighting continued cooperation in areas such as development, trade, climate action and gender equality.  

The Honourable Sean Sobers, M.P., Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs attended a special reception with His Excellency Seijoong Kwon, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea on 2nd October, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency which commemorated Korea’s National Foundation Day and the 40th Anniversary of diplomatic relations between Trinidad and Tobago and Korea. 

The Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Chandradath Singh as High Commissioner-designate of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago to India. The Honourable Sean Sobers, Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs presented the Instrument of Appointment on behalf of the Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar, S.C., Prime Minister of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago to High Commissioner-designate Singh during a brief ceremony held on 8th October at the Ministry’s headquarters. 

The Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Deborah Thomas-Felix as High Commissioner-designate of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago to Jamaica. The Honourable Sean Sobers, Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs presented the Instrument of Appointment on behalf of the Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar, S.C., Prime Minister of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago to High Commissioner-designate Thomas-Felix during a brief ceremony held on 8th October at the Ministry’s headquarters. 

On 16th October, 2025, the Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar SC, Prime Minister of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, witnessed the execution of a Grant Document from the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, which provides for a grant of US$5, 000, 000 (TT$ 35,000,000) to the Government of Trinidad and Tobago.  This Grant Funding seeks to build and expand on the long and friendly relations between both countries. 

The Honourable Sean Sobers M.P., Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs; Mr. Nicholas Morris, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign & CARICOM Affairs as well as the Office of the Prime Minister; the Honourable Dominic Smith Minister of Public Administration and Artificial Intelligence; Mr. Randall Karim,  Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign & CARICOM Affairs, Head of the Foreign Service seated in the UN General Assembly Hall for the opening of the UNGA General Debate on 23 September 2025

The Honourable Sean Sobers M.P., Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs; Mr. Nicholas Morris, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs & Office of the Prime Minister and Mr. Randall Karim,  Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs and Head of the Foreign Service on Day 1 of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly

Trinidad and Tobago's delegation to UNGA80, led by the Honourable Sean Sobers M.P., Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs, also comprises Mr. Nicholas Morris, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs as well as the Office of the Prime Minister; the Honourable Dominic Smith,  Minister of Public Administration & Artificial Intelligence; Mr. Randall Karim,  Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs and Head of the Foreign Service & Trinidad and Tobago's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambassador His Excellency Neil Parsan leaving the T&T's Mission in New York on Day 2 of the UNGA80

The Honourable Sean Sobers, M.P., Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs, welcomed Mr. William Anani-Abotsi, High Commissioner-designate of the Republic of Ghana to Trinidad and Tobago, for a courtesy call on 18th September, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. The meeting took place ahead of the High Commissioner’s-designate’s presentation of credentials to Her Excellency Christine Kangaloo, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. This engagement reaffirms the longstanding  bonds of friendship and cooperation between Trinidad and Tobago and the Ghana  and underscores our shared commitment to strengthening bilateral relations.

The Honourable Sean Sobers, Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs, met with His Excellency Pertti Ikonen, non-resident Ambassador of Finland, on 15th September, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss areas of mutual interest and explore avenues to further strengthen diplomatic ties between Trinidad and Tobago and Finland.

The Honourable Sean Sobers, M.P., Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs, met with His Excellency Didier Chabert, outgoing Ambassador of the French Republic, during a farewell courtesy call on 10th September, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. The Minister expressed appreciation for Ambassador Chabert’s contributions to strengthening the longstanding friendship and cooperation between Trinidad and Tobago and France, and extended best wishes in his future endeavours.

The Honourable Sean Sobers, M.P., Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs, joined officials at the US Embassy in Port of Spain on 11th September 2025 to pay tribute to the victims of the September 11th attacks. Marking the 24th anniversary, we reflect on the resilience of the human spirit and reaffirm our commitment to a world free from terror. We will never forget.

The Honourable Sean Sobers M.P., Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs received Her Excellency Dr Linda Sobeh Ali, the new Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Trinidad and Tobago during a courtesy call on 4th September, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. The meeting was a wonderful opportunity to deepen the bonds of friendship and cooperation between our two nations. Minister Sobers also introduced Ambassador Ali to the Honourable Saddam Hosein M.P., Minister of Legal Affairs and Minister in the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries.

The Honourable Sean Sobers M.P., Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs received His Excellency, Mr. Gustavo Daniel Véliz Olivares, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Cuba to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago during a courtesy call on 3rd September, 2025 at the Ministry’s headquarters. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss areas of mutual interest and to reaffirm the friendly relations between Trinidad and Tobago and Cuba.

On 2nd September 2025, Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs, the Honourable Sean Sobers M.P., welcomed the new Ambassador of the People's Republic of China, Mr. Ren Hongyan, and his wife for a courtesy call at the Ministry's headquarters.