Ministry of Trade, Investment and Tourism

18/08/2026

in Couva

With its strong mix of manufacturing, commerce, agriculture and growing enterprise, Couva is an important hub for business and economic activity in Trinidad and Tobago.

Today, the 11th stop of Diversification in Action brings the national agenda for economic transformation to the businesses and stakeholders of the Couva community.

We’re putting the opportunities, strategies and support on the table for the businesses helping to shape Couva’s economic future.

17/08/2026

Couva is the next stop for the ministry's On the Road to Transformation series
📍Couva- Point Lisas chamber of commerce auditorium
🗓Tuesday 18th August, 2026 | 🕘9AM
The Ministry of Trade, Investment & Tourism in collaboration with the Private Sector Organisation of Trinidad & Tobago presents the MTTI's Strategic Objectives, Export Growth, Investment plans, Tourism Development and advances in the Ease of doing Business. These sessions engage regional business chambers and private-sector stakeholders in Trinidad & Tobago's economic transformation.

15/08/2026

Arima

The Diversification in Action engagement made its way to Arima, bringing the national diversification agenda into focus for the local business community.

The session highlighted practical pathways for businesses to tap into investment, export, tourism and other areas of economic opportunity, while contributing to the growth of the Arima community and beyond.

14/08/2026

Minister Promotes Local Enterprise at “Buy Local, Build Trinbago” Market Experience in Mayaro

https://tradeind.gov.tt/minister-promotes-local-enterprise-at-buy-local-build-trinbago-market-experience-in-mayaro/

Ministry of Trade, Investment & Tourism Minister Promotes Local Enterprise at “Buy Local, Build Trinbago” Market Experience in Mayaro Media Releases

14/08/2026

Minister Promotes Local Enterprise at “Buy Local, Build Trinbago” Market Experience in Mayaro

The MTTI hosted the Buy Local, Build Trinbago Market Experience in Mayaro, in partnership with S&S Persad Supermarket, on Saturday 8th August, 2026. The event brought together agro-producers, manufacturers, service providers and public sector representatives, affording businesses an opportunity to showcase their products, connect directly with consumers and engage with Ministry agencies that provide support, resources and opportunities to facilitate business growth and development.

Read more at https://tradeind.gov.tt/minister-promotes-local-enterprise-at-buy-local-build-trinbago-market-experience-in-mayaro/

14/08/2026

Minister of Trade, Investment and Tourism, Senator the Honourable, Satyakama Maharaj (centre) welcomed Mr. Daniel Coen, Vice President Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) North America (2nd from right) ahead of the FIA-funded Nations Cup Caribbean, taking place at the Frankie Boodram Wallerfield International Raceway from August 13–16.

The regional karting championship brings together some of the Caribbean’s most promising young drivers to compete in four days of high-level motorsport action.

Also present in attendance were Mr. Ashton Eligon, President, Trinidad and Tobago Automobile Sports Association (TTASA) (left) and Mr. Roger Hutcheon, Vice President, TTASA (2nd from left) and Mr. Keran Manohar, Advisor to the Minister of Trade, Investment and Tourism (right)

14/08/2026

Arima! We are coming! Our On the Road to Transformation series continues at
Sammy's Restaurant
Saturday 15th August, 2026 | 3PM

The Ministry of Trade, Investment & Tourism in collaboration with the Private Sector Organisation of Trinidad & Tobago presents the MTTI's Strategic Objectives, Export Growth, Investment plans, Tourism Development and advances in the Ease of doing Business. These sessions engage regional business chambers and private-sector stakeholders in Trinidad & Tobago's economic transformation.

14/08/2026

Tourism Sector Stakeholder Session

Today, PSOTT's On the Road to Transformation in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade, Investment and Tourism addresses MTTI's Tourism Rethink: From Vision to Investment.

This engagement adopts a different lens through which to view tourism, including opportunities for investment, industry growth, and defined benefits for our economy.

14/08/2026

ICYMI. A new chapter in T&T's Metals Industry

The former Point Lisas steel plant, once operated by the former State-owned ISCOTT, was fully privatised decades ago and later became part of ArcelorMittal. Following the company’s closure and insolvency proceedings, the plant’s assets fell under the control of court-appointed liquidators. As stated in the Ministry’s official release, “Liquidators were appointed and assumed responsibility for the assets and their disposal.” Pinnacle Steel, a United States investor, ultimately reached agreement with the liquidators to purchase the plant.

13/08/2026

Trinbago, let’s make our spending count!

Hear from Senator the Honourable Satyakama Maharaj, Minister of Trade, Investment and Tourism and join the movement: Buy Local, Build Trinbago.

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