UNC - United National Congress

12/06/2026

11/06/2026

11/06/2026

NO SPECIAL TREATMENT. NO IMMUNITY.

My Government’s position is clear.

Pursuant to the maxim ‘Justice is blind’ the law applies equally to every citizen, regardless of their financial status, social standing, political connections, or influence.

What the Attorney General made clear yesterday is that no individual or group is above the law. Whether criminal elements identify themselves as the “Sixx”, the “Seven”, the “One Percent”, or by any other name, they are all subject to the laws of Trinidad and Tobago and will be treated accordingly by the justice system.

The state is committed to upholding the rule of law fairly and consistently.

The one percent community consists of persons of many ethnic groups, it does not consist of a singular ethnic group.

There can be no special treatment and no immunity from legal consequences for anyone based on wealth, status, or association.

Law enforcement’s responsibility is to ensure that the laws of the land are applied equally to all.

The state is getting foreign assistance to track billions of US dollars that have been sent out of the country over the last 20 years.

Some current and former high-ranking officials of local banks facilitated the sale of massive amounts of foreign currency to local businesses which was then transferred to foreign accounts linked to cartels and also used to purchase real estate holdings and businesses in collaboration with cartels.

Billions of dollars’ worth of illegal drugs have passed through this country over the last 25 years and no one can answer how it was paid for.

The state is finally getting assistance to deal with drug trafficking and money laundering and we will let the chips fall where they may.

All law-abiding citizens have nothing to fear from the actions of the US and local law enforcement agencies.

11/06/2026

𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆

At the Diplomatic Centre today, Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar led Cabinet as Government continues the important work of making decisions that impact the lives of citizens across Trinidad and Tobago.

Focused on delivery, development, and improving the quality of life for all, Cabinet remains committed to addressing the nation’s priorities and ensuring that Government works in the best interests of the people.

🇹🇹 Working for the people. Delivering for the nation.

11/06/2026

WATCH: John Jeremie, SC, brings the debate on the Extension of the State of Emergency to a close in the House of Representatives.

11/06/2026

Not One Law-Abiding Citizen Has Been Affected” – PM on the SOE

🇹🇹 After a full day of parliamentary debate that began at 10:30 a.m., Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar rose just after 11:00 p.m. to address the House on the extension of the State of Emergency.

In her contribution, the Prime Minister reaffirmed the Government’s position that the SOE remains an important tool in the fight against violent crime and criminal networks. She emphasized that the rights and freedoms of law-abiding citizens have not been infringed under the SOE, noting that ordinary citizens have continued to go about their daily lives without disruption.

The Prime Minister argued that the measures have targeted criminal elements and those engaged in unlawful activities, while helping law enforcement restore safety and security for the wider population.

Following more than 13 hours of parliamentary proceedings, Prime Minister Persad-Bissessar reiterated her Government’s commitment to protecting law-abiding citizens, supporting the protective services, and ensuring that the rule of law prevails across Trinidad and Tobago. 🇹🇹

11/06/2026

WATCH: Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar delivers her contribution during the debate on the Extension of the State of Emergency.

11/06/2026

Extension of the State of Emergency Debate