Don’t suggest scandal where there is none

In a letter to the Editor, Rowley said the Opposition has presented a case against the Government hiring a Washington lobbyist but its speculations are misleading the public about the nature of a relationship with lobbyists and the lobbying firm hired by the Government, theGROUP DC.

He said the need to improve relationships with the US is particularly important now during a period of instability in energy prices, while also considering the country’s need for economic diversification.

Rowley said “There is nothing unusual about Trinidad and Tobago engaging a Washington lobbyist as we’ve done so as a country for decades.

Governments all over the world hire lobbyists to complement and represent their interests within the United States, notwithstanding the presence of an Embassy and ambassador within Washington.”