AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoNational Awards & Journalism: Former Trinidad Express editor-in-chief Omatie Lyder and political editor Ria Taitt received the Chaconia Medal (Silver), praising journalism as public service. Public Service Recognition: Chief Justice Ronnie Boodoosingh, Senate President Wade Mark and former minister Dr Surujrattan Rambachan are among ORTT recipients ahead of Republic Day. Procurement Reform Fight: Debate over the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Property (Amendment) Bill 2026 reignited claims that safeguards are being weakened, with the Government arguing it will help the “small man” and speed delivery. Green Finance Push: T&T launched GSS+ bond guidelines with IDB Invest and TTSE, adding a new labelled-bonds financing pathway for climate and development projects. Energy & Industry: NGC and Shell finalised commercial agreements for the Aphrodite gas project, targeting first gas in Q2 2027; Pro-man says it’s cutting headcount as gas constraints bite. Regional Diplomacy: India-CARICOM talks backed India’s UNSC bid for 2028-29, while T&T also moved to broaden ties with Kyrgyzstan. Sports & Culture: Reboot signed on as Gold Sponsor for Guyana’s IMC Over-40s World Cup; Habanos unveiled Trinidad Vigía Reserva Cosecha 2022.
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