Minister Ratiram Hosts US Chargé d’Affaires

Earlier today, Senator the Honourable Ravi Ratiram, Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, welcomed Mr. Philip Kern, Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the United States of America, during a courtesy call at the Ministry’s Head Office in Chaguanas.

The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss matters of mutual interest and explore opportunities to further strengthen bilateral relations between Trinidad and Tobago and the United States, particularly in support of the agricultural and fisheries sectors. The engagement also highlighted the value of continued collaboration, technical cooperation and knowledge exchange in advancing sustainable development and innovation within these areas.

Also in attendance were Ms. Michelle Anne Thomas, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries; Mr. Jeffrey Cernyar, Economic Unit Chief, Embassy of the United States of America; and Ms. Renita Sewsaran, Agricultural Scientist, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
The engagement underscores the Ministry’s commitment to building strong international partnerships and advancing strategic cooperation that contributes to sustainable development, innovation and national food security.