The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce (The T&T Chamber) proudly announces its Annual Business Meeting (ABM), under the timely and impactful theme: “Creating Shared Prosperity – Turning Talk
Into Action.” The event will take place on Wednesday 2nd April, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Regency Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Trinidad, followed by a cocktail reception from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The Tobago Division of the Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce (TTCIC) held its highly anticipated Annual General Meeting (AGM) on March 18, 2025. The meeting welcomed members and marked a significant occasion for the Division as it elected its new leadership team for the upcoming year.
The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce notes that the election date has been announced…
The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce (T&T Chamber) extends warm congratulations to the Honourable Stuart Young on his appointment as Prime Minister of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. We also commend the appointments of the Honourable Vishnu Dhanpaul as Minister of Finance and the Honourable Camille Robinson-Regis as Minister of Attorney General and Legal Affairs. These appointments come at a pivotal time for our nation, and the T&T Chamber is hopeful that the new leadership will bring renewed energy, a forward-thinking vision, and a results-driven approach to national governance.
The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce acknowledges the recent decision by the Government of the United Kingdom to implement a visa requirement for all Trinidad and Tobago nationals, effective March 11, 2025. According to the UK Home Office, the decision stems from a rise in asylum claims by Trinidad and Tobago nationals over the past year. While immigration control remains a sovereign right of every nation, The T&T Chamber recognizes the concerns raised by local stakeholders regarding the timing and implications of this policy shift.
The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce acknowledges the announcement by Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley that he will resign from his position on March 16, 2025, following 45 years of dedicated public service.
Port of Spain, January 22, 2025 – The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce has released its latest publication, “Challenges in Accessing Foreign Exchange: Business Insights”, which examines the critical impact of the ongoing foreign exchange (forex) shortages on businesses and the national economy. The report highlights the systemic issues, operational challenges, and policy gaps surrounding forex availability while providing actionable recommendations for reform.
The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Commerce (TT Chamber) recognizes the need for the government to extend the State of Emergency (SOE) by three months. While some members of the business community acknowledge the positive effects of the SOE in addressing crime, there are still concerns regarding its overall effectiveness, particularly in relation to the scope of police raids and the seizure of firearms, especially semi-automatic weapons, which were initially cited as a key reason for implementing the SOE.
The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce recognizes the declaration of a State of Emergency (SoE) as a necessary measure in the best interest of the public given the current crime crisis. The alarming level of homicides and the proliferation of high-powered weapons highlight the grave reality that crime is out of control, posing a significant threat to the safety and security of our citizens and businesses.
The Trinidad & Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce (T&T Chamber) recognizes the challenges we have faced and commends the government of Trinidad and Tobago for steering the economy out of the pandemic, implementing measures focused towards economic well-being, keeping GDP growth and inflation stable.