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UNITED STATES Secretary of State Marco Rubio has welcomed Prime Minister Stuart Young's exploration of 'viable options' that support Trinidad and Tobago's energy needs while remaining consistent with US sanctions policy on Venezuela.

A release from the Office of the Prime Minister stated that Rubio and Young had a discussion yesterday.

US Department of State spokesperson Tammy Bruce issued a statement which noted that Rubio spoke to Young to reaffirm the strong US-Trinidad and Tobago bilateral relationship, emphasising shared priorities in regional energy security and economic cooperation.