The Honourable Minister of Finance is cognisant of concerns raised in the press and on social media regarding the Customs and Excise Division’s classification of certain mild-hybrid vehicles and the resulting implications for their tax treatment, automotive dealers and consumers. The Classification Ruling was issued in General Order No. 24 of 2026, dated July 22,…
Development Bank hosts Private Sector Dialogue to highlight how CAF’s agile financing tools can support country’s development initiatives. CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean convened a high-level Private Sector Dialogue on Monday, July 27, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Port of Spain. The session brought together Government Ministers, senior representatives…
S&P Global Ratings has reaffirmed Trinidad and Tobago’s investment-grade credit rating of BBB-. The decision preserves the country’s investment-grade standing and recognises its favourable external position, strong external creditor position and substantial national assets, including the Heritage and Stabilisation Fund.
On July 09, 2026, the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago successfully completed the issuance of a USD 800 Million Sovereign Bond in the United States market. The bonds were oversubscribed by approximately 400%, representing the largest level of oversubscription achieved by Trinidad and Tobago since the issuance of the country’s first benchmark-size…
2026 Supplementary Appropriation & Mid-Year Review in the House of Representatives, June 15th, 2026
“Today, international rating agency Moody’s has raised Trinidad and Tobago’s rating outlook from “Negative” to “Stable”, while affirming the country’s Ba2 rating. This development follows closely on the IMF’s Article IV consultation and signals increasing international confidence in the policy direction pursued by the Government since taking office one year ago. Two of the world’s…
Excerpt: “The Finance Bill, 2026, is part of the work of keeping promises and making people’s lives better. It is where policy begins to take shape as law.It is where fairness is given structure, where responsibility is recognised, and where the machinery of the State is adjusted to serve citizens better.Mister Speaker, the Opposition has…
The Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago recently met with the Bankers Association of Trinidad and Tobago (BATT). The discussions focused on current market conditions, the state of the economy, and fostering continued collaboration between the Government, the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago (CBTT) and the banking sector. The meeting was convened…
The Government of Trinidad and Tobago is proud to highlight the significant milestones and benefits derived from its enduring partnership with CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean.This relationship, rooted in visionary leadership and a commitment to sustainable development, has reached new heights, positioning Trinidad and Tobago as a central pillar of…
February 20th, 2026 The Ministry of Finance (MOF), Inland Revenue Division (IRD), wishes to inform all Liquor Licence Holders of significant changes to the filing process for Amusement Gaming Tax Returns. Effective April 1st, 2026, the IRD will be transitioning to a fully digital filing system for Amusement Gaming Tax.
