AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTourism and Marine Services: A tour operator says electronic SailClear customs clearance could attract more yachts and boost tourism; about 70 international visitors joined Divali celebrations in Felicity. Energy: Chevron, Shell, bp and Qatar’s UCC Holding are among operators confirmed for Venezuela Energy Week 2027, with investments spanning heavy oil and offshore gas near T&T. Energy Minister Roodal Moonilal says work on the Dragon and Loran-Manatee gas projects is expected to continue, with a Loran metering agreement targeted by month-end. Air Connectivity: Condor has resumed weekly Frankfurt–Tobago flights, giving the island five scheduled international services a week. Economic Pressures: The Central Bank reports GDP contracted 0.5% in 2025 as construction and trade weakened; public debt reached TT$146.9 billion, while rising household borrowing raises concern for financial stability and growth. Trade Opportunities: A new Africa–Caribbean report estimates trade in goods and services could reach US$1.65 billion annually by 2030, with potential in processed food, chemicals, tourism and transport.
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