Energy Watch: National Gas Company (NGC) chair Gerald Ramdeen says Trinidad and Tobago is “days away” from major Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar energy announcements, aimed at monetising gas and drawing new investment into the Point Lisas Industrial Estate and downstream sector. Land & Gas Infrastructure: NGC has received title to the Beachfield Gas Processing Facility lands, clearing a long-running ownership issue and supporting the Manatee project and planned upgrades. Downstream Pressure: Ramdeen also accused the previous administration of “crippling” downstream operations by failing to secure gas supply, forcing NGC to compete for gas at LNG prices. Security & Local Governance: A standoff over the Eddie Hart Grounds joint army-police post in Tacarigua has escalated, with Tunapuna/Piarco Regional Corporation chair Josiah Austin alleging construction began without proper consultation and raising concerns about a nearby NGC gas pipeline, while Homeland Security Minister Roger Alexander says the rollout continues and more sites start this weekend. Water & Agriculture: With El Niño conditions established, Public Utilities Minister Barry Padarath signals possible water restrictions within days as reservoirs may not fully recover, while Tobago’s Food Security division pushes for higher local agricultural participation.