T&T–Venezuela Reset: The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce welcomed renewed direct dialogue with Venezuela after Foreign Minister Sean Sobers’ visit, but urged a shift from diplomacy to delivery—specifically pushing energy cooperation on the Dragon field, Loran-Manatee resource and Manakin-Cocuina cross-border gas. Business Advocacy: AMCHAM T&T and TTMA also backed the engagement, calling for practical trade and investment steps, including a dedicated non-energy trade protocol to cut delays and non-tariff barriers for local manufacturers and exporters. Hilton Jobs Secured: Workers at Hilton Trinidad & Conference Centre received formal assurances after e TecK completed its acquisition and signed a new hotel management agreement—promising no break in employment, no disruption to operations, and continued Hilton management. Labour Politics Pressure Test: A report says labour’s collective voice is being tested as unions split on whether political ties helped workers or weakened unions’ independence. Agri Livelihoods: Residents in Plum Mitan say the closure/decline of Marp­er Farm’s propagation work has contributed to job losses and wider community strain. Consumer/Local Business Friction: A consumer-rights complaint flags retailers keeping small change despite Central Bank rounding rules.