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Kamla Persad-Bissessar

Meet Kamla Persad-Bissessar, a super-smart leader who became Trinidad and Tobago's first woman prime minister!

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Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine meets with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago on November 25, 2025 - 3

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine meets with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago on November 25, 2025 - 3

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Kamla Persad-Bissessar - World Economic Forum on Latin America 2011
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine meets with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago on November 25, 2025 - 2
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Kamla Persad-Bissessar at the Senedd Cymru - Welsh Parliament - 2011
Prime Minister of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, Kamla Persad-Bissessar
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Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine meets with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago on November 25, 2025 - 4
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Kamla Persad-Bissessar - World Economic Forum on Latin America 2011 (cropped)
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine meets with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago on November 25, 2025 - 1

Key Facts

Born
April 22, 1952.
Birthplace
San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago.
Known For
Being the first female Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago.
Fun Fact
She was named one of the world's most influential female leaders by Time magazine!

The Leader Who Shines Bright!

Imagine a country needing a leader, like a team needing a captain! That's where Kamla Persad-Bissessar comes in. She's a very important person in Trinidad and Tobago, a beautiful island country. She's like a superhero for her country, making big decisions and helping people. She's also a lawyer, which means she knows a lot about rules and fairness, and she used to be a teacher too!

Her Amazing Journey to the Top!

Kamla Persad-Bissessar wasn't always the prime minister. She worked very hard to get there! She studied a lot and became a lawyer. Then, she decided to help lead her country. She was the first woman to become prime minister, which is like being the captain of the whole country's team! She has led her country more than once, showing how much people trust her.

Why She's a Superstar Leader!

Kamla Persad-Bissessar is super special because she's the first woman ever to be prime minister of Trinidad and Tobago. That's a huge deal! She's also been called one of the most influential women in the whole world. Think of it like being picked as one of the best players on a global playground. She also helped lead a big group of countries called the Commonwealth.

A Leader for Everyone!

Kamla Persad-Bissessar is a leader who has Indian roots, and she's the first person with Indian heritage to be a prime minister in a country outside of India. This shows how diverse and wonderful the world is! She also served as the Leader of the Opposition, which is like being the main challenger when you're not the captain, making sure everything is fair and well-thought-out.

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