UNITED States deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau arrived in Trinidad and Tobago yesterday for an official visit focused on strengthening bilateral relations, with energy, security and economic cooperation expected to feature prominently in his discussions.Landau was greeted on arrival by Minister of Foreign and Caricom Affairs Sean Sobers and US Chargé d’Affaires Philip Kern.During his visit, Landau is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar to discuss shared energy and security priorities and ways to advance economic cooperation between Trinidad and Tobago and the United States.He is also scheduled to attend the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for Ibis Steel Company T&T Ltd today.The US State Department said Landau’s visit to Trinidad and Tobago, which continues today, forms part of a wider regional trip till August 12 that also includes Guyana.“In Guyana, Deputy Secretary Landau will meet with President Irfaan Ali and cabinet members to discuss expanding bilateral economic cooperation and strengthening bilateral investment opportunities. The visit will also focus on enhancing collaboration in strategic sectors including energy and critical minerals,” the US Department of State stated.“Deputy Secretary Landau’s visit underscores the United States’ commitment to strengthening partnerships across our hemisphere and advancing shared priorities, including regional security, energy resilience, and economic prosperity,” it stated.