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flag Trinidad and Tobago’s PM warns against criticizing the U.S., stressing reliance on its security and visa benefits.

flag Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar stressed Trinidad and Tobago’s dependence on the U.S. for defense and security during a Christmas event, citing the country’s 350,000 U.S. visa holders and strong trade ties. flag She warned citizens against criticizing the U.S., calling it hypocritical given widespread visa use, and cautioned that negative rhetoric could risk travel privileges, as seen with other Caribbean nations. flag The PM dismissed alternative defense options, including from India, and reaffirmed the strategic importance of the U.S. alliance, while highlighting security gains and government resilience amid regional tensions.

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