Prime Minister returns after attending funeral abroad

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June 25, 2026

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Prime Minister returns after attending funeral abroad

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Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar returned to Trinidad and Tobago on Wednesday night after attending the funeral of her brother-in-law in New York.

The Prime Minister travelled to the United States over the weekend and was away from the country until yesterday.

During her absence, Minister of Works and Infrastructure Jearlean John served as acting Prime Minister.

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