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.
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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…
Finance Minister, the Honourable Davendranath Tancoo joined leaders from around the globe for the OPEC Fund Development Forum 2026 in Vienna, Austria on June 23rd 2026. The event convened under the theme, “A Transition That Empowers Our Tomorrow”, primarily focused on discussions on advancing development impact and strengthening resilience, particularly in vulnerable nations. This year’s…
On Monday 22nd June, 2026, the Customs and Excise Division (C&ED) successfully intercepted a shipment containing marijuana and a firearm during an intelligence-led operation conducted at a Customs Bonded Area in Port of Spain. The detailed examination of cargo consigned to a retired Customs and Excise Guard resulted in the discovery of eleven (11 packages)…
The Ministry of Finance (MOF) wishes to alert the public to a fraudulent video currently circulating on social media platforms which falsely portrays the Minister of Finance, the Honourable Davendranath Tancoo, MP. The video in question utilises manipulated audio and video technology commonly known as a “deepfake” to mimic the Minister’s likeness and voice. In…
2026 Supplementary Appropriation & Mid-Year Review in the House of Representatives, June 15th, 2026
