PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar extends congratulations to David Cameron
Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar today extended congratulations to her counterpart in the United Kingdom and leader of the Conservative Party, the Right Honourable David Cameron, who successfully challenged that country’s Opposition parties in Thursday’s General Election.
Mr. Cameron was re-elected with a clear majority.
“On behalf of the Government and People of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, and on my own behalf, I congratulate Mr. David Cameron for leading his party to a convincing victory in the 2015 General Election,” Mrs. Persad-Bissessar stated.
“Above all, this victory reaffirms that people across the world are willing to place their trust in a leader whose vision for a strong and united nation is coupled with a commitment to service. It is a truly remarkable display of democracy,” she added.
The Prime Minister also acknowledged the long-standing bond between the two nations. She noted, “Trinidad and Tobago and the United Kingdom share a deep and close relationship through our historic roots as a former British colony and today as proud and equal members of the Commonwealth.”
Prime Minister Persad-Bissessar declared that she is looking forward to continued work and progress with the UK government under Mr. Cameron’s leadership as they forge ahead, confronting mutual challenges as well as those of global importance, including the peace and security of our global community.
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Office of the Prime Minister