Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago

Tag: 2026

Media Release: Moody’s Upgrades Trinidad and Tobago’s Rating Outlook from Negative to Stable: International Confidence Strengthens, as Another Major Institution Acknowledges the Government’s Strategy

“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…

Statement by the Honourable Davendranath Tancoo, Minister of Finance on the Finance Bill, 2026 in the HOR – 06.10.26

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…

Media Release: Government Meets with Bankers Association to Strengthen Economic Dialogue and Collaboration

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…

Media Release: Landlord Business Surcharge Registration Deadline Extended to June 30th, 2026 Following Public Engagement

The Ministry of Finance advises landlords and rent-collecting agents that the deadline for mandatory registration under the Landlord Business Surcharge has been extended to June 30th, 2026. The extension follows public engagement undertaken by the Minister of Finance, The Honourable Davendranath Tancoo, MP, and is intended to give citizens additional time to complete the registration…

Media Release: FIUTT Underscores the Importance of Virtual Asset Oversight in Mitigating Financial Crime at TTSEC Event

Port of Spain – The Financial Intelligence Unit of Trinidad and Tobago (the FIUTT) joined regulators, law enforcement, and industry leaders last week at the Trinidad and Tobago Securities and Exchange Commission’s (TTSEC) first-ever Industry Dialogue Series on Virtual Assets. The event, held on May 8, 2026, marked a major step forward as Trinidad and…