How Kamla Persad-Bissessar Rose to Power- First Term

Kamla Susheila Persad-Bissessar SC MP, often referred to by her initials KPB, is a Trinidadian lawyer, politician and educator who has twice served as the prime minister of Trinidad and Tobago, from 2010 to 2015 and since May 2025. Born: 1952 (age 73 years), Siparia, Trinidad and Tobago Education: Hugh Wooding Law School (1987), University of the West Indies, Iere High School Spouse: Gregory Bissessar Party: United National Congress Previous offices: Leader of the Opposition of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (2015–2025) · See more Parents: Rita Persad, Raj Persad Office: Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago