PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – Trinidad and Tobago’s Prime Minister the Hon. Patrick Manning sent a message of congratulations and good wishes to US President Barack Obama upon his assumption to office in January.
The message was received by President Obama who responded by letter dated February 3rd 2009.
“Dear Prime Minister (Manning.):
Thank you for your congratulations on my election as President of the United States. Your thoughtful message is much appreciated.
I am confident that we can work together in a spirit of peace and friendship to build a more secure world during the next four years. I look forward to working with you in that effort and in promoting good relations between our countries.
Sincerely,
Barack Obama.”
The Prime Minister has indicated that he was pleased with the optimism conveyed by President Obama in his letter and that he too, looked forward to working closely with the President during his term in office.
