Trinidad Must Own Its Future | Trinidad and Tobago News

Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar delivered a bold Independence Day message, urging citizens to stop blaming colonialism for today’s struggles and instead take ownership of the nation’s post-independence missteps over the past 64 years. She reminded listeners that at independence in 1962, Trinidad and Tobago boasted higher per capita income than Japan, Singapore, and even China—and inherited a thriving oil industry, railways, and low crime rates. Now, she argues, it’s time to mature as a nation, embrace accountability, and focus on building a stronger, safer, and more prosperous future by putting Trinidad and Tobago first. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7e3ca2bea3c0fbaf