Excerpt: “This important milestone reflects several years of sustained commitment, constructive dialogue, and close cooperation between the Ministry of Finance of Trinidad and Tobago and European Union authorities, aimed at aligning with internationally agreed standards for tax good governance. Hailing the decision, EU Ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago, H.E. Cécile Tassin stated: “The progress made…
The Honourable Davendranath Tancoo, Minister of Finance, today received the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Staff team, led by Ms. Ana Guscina, for the concluding meeting of their two-week official visit under the 2026 Article IV Consultation, the standard annual review conducted by the IMF with all its member countries. During the mission, the IMF team…
Downloadable forms for Landlord Registration with the Board of Inland Revenue (BIR) will be available from March 1, 2026. This was announced by the BIR this week, as it advised that preparations are well underway to facilitate landlords seeking to become compliant. The BIR is currently involved in administrative preparations to ensure readiness for implementation…
On 22nd January, 2026, the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago successfully completed the issuance of a USD 1.0 Billion Sovereign Bond in the United States (U.S.) market. The bonds were oversubscribed by approximately 2.5 times, underscoring strong and diversified investor demand for investment into this country.
The Financial Intelligence Unit of Trinidad and Tobago (FIUTT) and the Inland Revenue Division (IRD) have formalised their commitment to enhanced collaboration in combatting money laundering, terrorism financing, proliferation financing, tax avoidance and other crimes through the signing of a 2026 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The objective of the MOU is for both departments to…
Earlier today, (Monday 15th December, 2025), Minister of Finance, the Honourable Davendranath Tancoo travelled to Panama City, Panama to attend both the Board of Directors and the XLVI Audit Committee (CAU) Meetings hosted by CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean in Panama City, Panama scheduled from 15th -16th December, 2025.The CLXXXVII…
Excerpt: “Moody’s affirmation of Trinidad & Tobago’s Ba2 rating is predicated on the robust credit strengths of our country – including the existence of substantial fiscal buffers such as the Heritage and Stabilisation Fund (HSF) and cash equivalent assets, amounting to 45% of GDP – as well as the expectation of positive oil and gas…
Excerpt: ”The Government has taken note of the planned “day of rest and reflection” by nursing personnel over outstanding wage settlements. While we respect the right to protest, we urge that patient care and essential services be protected at all times.Regional Health Authorities (RHAs) are public sector bodies created under their own Act and are…
Excerpt: The seized Marijuana carries an estimated street value of TT$9,737,800.00, while the MDMA carries an estimated street value of TT$1,515,000.00.These successful operations highlight the Division’s unwavering commitment to protecting the borders of Trinidad and Tobago from the illicit narcotics trade and other forms of smuggling that pose risks to public health, safety, and national…