Trinidad and Tobago

Trinidad and Tobago has signed agreements with U.S. companies Hummingbird AI Holdings and Ernst and Young LLP to develop large data centers, raising concerns about energy and water usage amid existing shortages. The deals, expected to create over 5,000 jobs, also include a third agreement with Pinnacle Steel and Vanadium Corporation to recommission a steel plant.

Trinidad and Tobago has signed agreements with U.S. companies Hummingbird AI Holdings and Ernst and Young LLP to develop large-scale data centers, raising concerns about energy consumption and environmental impact. The deals, part of three initiatives expected to generate over 5,000 jobs, also include a third agreement with Pinnacle Steel and Vanadium Corporation to discuss recommissioning a local steel plant.

Trinidad and Tobago's government has signed agreements with U.S. companies to install large data centers. The move has raised concerns about energy use and environmental impacts.

An English court is set to rule on a final challenge to Trinidad and Tobago's colonial-era 'buggery' laws, which criminalize gay sex. The case, led by Jason Jones, argues these laws are unconstitutional, while the government and religious groups oppose decriminalization. The outcome could set a precedent for the Caribbean region.

An English court will rule on a final challenge to Trinidad and Tobago's colonial-era 'buggery' laws, which criminalize gay sex and could send offenders to prison for up to five years. Jason Jones, represented by former attorney general Anand Ramlogan, argues the laws are unconstitutional, facing opposition from the government and religious groups. The case could set a precedent for the Caribbean region.

An English court is set to rule on a final challenge to Trinidad and Tobago's colonial-era 'buggery' laws, which criminalize gay sex. The case, filed by Jason Jones in 2017, has progressed through local courts and now rests with the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council, with potential regional precedent. Opponents include the Trinidadian government and religious groups like the Council of Evangelical Churches.

An English court is set to rule on a final challenge to Trinidad and Tobago's colonial-era 'buggery' laws, which criminalize gay sex. Jason Jones, who argues the laws are unconstitutional, faces opposition from the government and religious groups, with the case having previously been reviewed by local courts and now reaching the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council.

A nearly 10-year battle for gay rights in Trinidad and Tobago could end soon as an English court prepares to rule on the final challenge to the country's gay sex ban.

Dominic Hadeed, a bottled water business owner in Trinidad and Tobago, and his wife Genevieve have filed an appeal against their detention in connection with an alleged plot to assassinate top government officials, including Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar. The charges allege conspiracy to assassinate the prime minister, attorney general, and other government members.

The Caribbean Energy Week 2027 launches on July 20 in Georgetown, Guyana, hosted by Guyana with offshore oil production averaging nearly one million barrels daily. Suriname is advancing its GranMorgu project, and Trinidad and Tobago are also involved.

Trinidad and Tobago will host the eighth Tech Hub Islands Summit in 2026 under the theme 'IMPACT.' The country’s main business chamber aims to establish the twin-island nation as a regional center for high-value technology services, including artificial intelligence, to reduce reliance on oil and gas.

Venezuela granted Shell a license to explore and export natural gas, focusing on the Loran gas field, which has been abandoned for 23 years. Most of the field's deposits are located on the maritime border with Trinidad and Tobago, following a January law reform that opened the sector.

Venezuela warns Trinidad and Tobago about environmental and economic damage from an oil spill, escalating tensions between the two nations. Caracas highlights the environmental and economic impact as a result of the incident.

Venezuela granted Shell a license for the first phase of exploration and exploitation of the Loran gas field, which includes seven reservoirs, six of which are transboundary with Trinidad and Tobago. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez signed the agreement at Miraflores Palace.

Foreign leaders from Sri Lanka, Papua New Guinea, and Trinidad and Tobago congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming the longest-serving elected PM, praising his transformative governance, advocacy for the Global South, and vision for an inclusive, economically dynamic India.

Zimbabwe was elected to the UN Security Council alongside Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, and Trinidad and Tobago for two-year terms starting January 1, 2027. The Security Council is the only UN body authorized to make legally binding decisions, such as imposing sanctions or authorizing force.

Germany's failure to secure a rotating seat on the UN Security Council has triggered criticism across the political spectrum and questioned its international leadership under Friedrich Merz. The council elected Austria, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe, marking a setback for Merz’s government.

Germany did not secure a seat on the UN Security Council, while Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe were elected for two-year terms starting in January. These five countries will replace Somalia, Pakistan, Panama, Denmark, and Greece.

Portugal and Austria defeated Germany in a contested race for two seats on the UN Security Council, while Kyrgyzstan, Zimbabwe, and Trinidad and Tobago were elected without opposition. The 10 rotating seats are allocated regionally, with new members joining on January 1.

President Donald Trump nominated Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez to be ambassador to Brazil. Two other former state lawmakers, Jennifer Johnson-Carroll and Doug Holder, were also nominated for foreign ambassadorships. All nominees require U.S. Senate confirmation.

President Donald Trump nominated Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez to become U.S. ambassador to Brazil. The nomination, announced via a White House press release, also includes former Florida Lt. Gov. Jennifer Johnson-Carroll for ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago and former Republican House member Doug Holder for ambassador to Bulgaria. Perez, who will be term-limited in November, has served as Florida House Speaker since November 2024.

Trinidad and Tobago police discovered 56 bodies, mostly children, at a cemetery in Cumuto. Authorities suspect the case involves 'unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses.'

The U.S. Department of State advises Americans to reconsider traveling to Trinidad and Tobago due to rising crime and terrorism risks. A state of emergency, declared March 2, suspends bail and grants police expanded search powers, while specific areas in Port of Spain and rural regions are flagged as dangerous. Locals express concern over the deteriorating safety situation.