[wanabidii] Press Releases: Trinidad and Tobago's Independence Day

You are subscribed to Press Releases for U.S. Department of State. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Press Releases: Trinidad and Tobago's Independence Day 08/28/2015 10:26 AM EDT Trinidad and Tobago's Independence Day Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC August 28, 2015 On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I extend my sincerest congratulations to the people of Trinidad and Tobago as you celebrate 53 years of independence this August 31. As the United States marks the 25th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, we applaud Trinidad and Tobago for ratifying in June of this year the United Nations Convention of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Our two nations are united in the belief that diversity and social inclusion make our societies stronger. This year has been an historic time of bilateral and regional engagement for both the United States and Trinidad and Tobago. President Obama’s visit to the region generated great momentum in our joint efforts to promote economic growth and opportunity and engage our youth through academic and cultural exchanges. The Caribbean Energy Security Initiative provided a new forum for the U.S. and Trinidad and Tobago, together with other Caribbean nations’ regional bodies, to address the persistent energy challenges confronting the region. Our cooperation through the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative is also helping to counter transnational crime, while strengthening communication and increasing the sharing of best practices on a broad range of issues, including the rule of law and human rights. As you celebrate with parades at Queen's Park Savannah, Port of Spain, and in Scarborough, Tobago, enjoy the music of countless bands, and rejoice in the achievements of your compatriots at the National Awards, be assured that the U.S. government remains a steadfast partner and friend. The Office of Website Management, Bureau of Public Affairs, manages this site as a portal for information from the U.S. State Department. External links to other Internet sites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein. Stay connected with the State Department:       External links found in this content or on Department of State websites that go to other non-Department websites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein.  Update your subscriptions, modify your password or email address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page. You will need to use your email address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of State. This email was sent to wanabidii@googlegroups.com using GovDelivery, on behalf of: U.S. Department of State · 2201 C Street NW · Washington, DC 20520

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