India Hands Over Agro-Processing Facility in Trinidad and Tobago

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday handed over an agro-processing facility in South Trinidad, built with India's assistance, in the presence of Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar. The facility is part of India's SEEDS initiative, which aims to promote sustainable economic growth in the Global South.

The project is expected to strengthen Trinidad and Tobago's SME ecosystem and provide a fresh impetus to its farming sector.

Mr. Jaishankar also held comprehensive talks with PM Persad-Bissessar on Friday to explore new ideas and initiatives for expanding bilateral cooperation between India and Trinidad and Tobago.

The minister concluded agreements on tourism, solarisation of the Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs building, and the establishment of an Ayurveda Chair. The court will not be involved in this matter, but the governments of India and Trinidad and Tobago are expected to follow up on the agreements and initiatives announced during Mr. Jaishankar's visit.