Trending/politics· Updated Oct 25, 2026

Mia Mottley Names Khaleel Kothdiwala to Become Barbados’ Youngest Senator

Mia Mottley plans to recommend Khaleel Kothdiwala as Barbados’ youngest senator, replacing Roshanna Trim, who is taking a United Kingdom diaspora-affairs role.

Photo via CBC Barbados · from Senator Trim looks forward to new role in diaspora affairs

4 reports from 3 outlets · First reported Sat, Oct 24

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Updated Oct 26, 2026

Mia Mottley said she will recommend 23-year-old attorney Khaleel Kothdiwala for the Senate, replacing Roshanna Trim.
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If appointed, Kothdiwala would become Barbados’ youngest senator and join two other senators under 35.
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Trim is set to represent Barbados in the United Kingdom on diaspora affairs.
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Kothdiwala’s Senate appointment still requires formal appointment after Mottley advises President Jeffrey Bostic.
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Prime Minister Mia Mottley will appoint attorney Khaleel Kothdiwala to the Senate, replacing Senator Roshanna Trim, who is taking up a diplomatic post in the United Kingdom on diasporic affairs. The move will make Kothdiwala Barbados’ youngest senator, a notable step for youth representation in national politics.

Mia Mottley Names Khaleel Kothdiwala to Become Barbados’ Youngest Senator

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