About
George Maxwell Richards was a Trinidadian politician and academic who served as the fourth President of Trinidad and Tobago from 2003 to 2013. He was a chemical engineer by training and held various academic positions prior to entering politics. Richards was notable for being the first president of Trinidad and Tobago with mixed Chinese and Indigenous ancestry. His presidency was marked by a period of economic growth and social development in the country.
Career Timeline
Academic Career Begins
Starts a career in academia as a chemical engineer.
President of Trinidad
Becomes President of Trinidad and Tobago, entering politics.
Second Presidential Term
Elected for a second term as President.
Leaves Office
Steps down from the presidency and returns to private life.
Death
Passed away in 2018, remembered for his service as President
Legacy as President
Remembered for his presidency and contribution to national unity, with estate value remaining.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026