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UWI Extends Congratulations to The Hon. Kamla Persad-Bissessar Sc On her Return as Prime Minister

For Release Upon Receipt - April 30, 2025

St. Augustine


St. Augustine, April 30, 2025 – Professor Rose-Marie Belle Antoine, Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the St. Augustine Campus of The University of the West Indies (The UWI), has extended congratulations to The Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar SC, Prime Minister-elect of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.

Speaking on behalf of the Campus community and in her personal capacity, Professor Antoine lauded Mrs. Persad-Bissessar’s historic return to office, noting that she is Trinidad and Tobago’s first and only female Prime Minister and has once again etched her name into the annals of the nation’s political legacy.

 Emphasizing the deep and vital partnership between the Campus and the Government, Professor Antoine also stated:

 “The St. Augustine Campus, as a proud partner in national development and a major contributor to the intellectual and social advancement of our twin-island Republic, warmly congratulates Prime Minister-elect Persad-Bissessar. The Campus notes her stated goals of enhanced inclusiveness, sustainability and greater social equity, important strategic objectives of The UWI. Her election provides a renewed opportunity for deeper collaboration between The UWI and the Government of Trinidad and Tobago, our largest contributor and most valued stakeholder.”

 Principal Antoine expressed pride that yet another UWI graduate will be assuming a position of distinguished leadership in the country. She noted that The UWI has long been the intellectual and leadership engine of the Caribbean, having produced the vast majority of the region’s political leaders, alongside an expansive network of global changemakers - heads of state, global thought leaders, scientists, creatives and entrepreneurs who are advancing the region and making their mark on the Caribbean and beyond.

 Addressing the Prime Minister-elect, she added: 

“Our country is at a pivotal moment. We, along with the rest of the world, face complex and interconnected challenges. As we look with hope to the future, armed with a wealth of  expertise, The UWI stands ready to expand our collaboration and support your Government through bold, strategic and evidence-based contributions to education policy, youth development, food security, technological advancement, citizen security, research and innovation. We are confident that with your experience and vision this will be a winning partnership for continued progress.

 The UWI St. Augustine looks forward to working closely with your incoming administration to advance a strong platform and a shared agenda of genuine social and economic development for our beloved nation of Trinidad and Tobago.”

 

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