Mid-Year Budget Push: The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce says the 2025/2026 Mid-Year Budget Review sends a strong fiscal signal, but warns the “next phase” must turn that progress into measurable gains. Wage Relief, Retail Impact: Chaguanas and South Trinidad business leaders welcomed the planned settlement of public-sector wage arrears, saying the cash injection should lift consumer spending quickly—especially for supermarkets and services. Public Sector Pay Timing: Finance Minister Davendranath Tancoo told nurses and teachers that salary relief is coming, but allocations will be handled in the 2026/2027 budget package after ongoing negotiations. Tobago Airport Business Worries: Tobago vendors fear they’ll be priced out of the new ANR Robinson terminal, urging the Airports Authority to give local entrepreneurs “first bite at the cherry” before rental terms lock them out. Energy & Investment Signals: Energy Minister Dr Roodal Moonilal said new global players are in talks, while separate reporting highlights Trinidad firms winning roles linked to Guyana’s gas-to-energy push. Oil Security Debate: Former energy minister Stuart Young questioned whether Paria Fuel Trading assets could be tied up in a Trafigura deal, warning it could weaken fuel security. Climate Finance Win: Trinidad-born Dr Legena Henry won top prize at the 2026 Climate Smart Summit Investor Forum for turning sargassum and rum wastewater into renewable gas.