AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRegulatory diplomacy: Cayman’s Premier André Ebanks is set to travel to Port of Spain and then New York to push ties with international regulators, including CARIFATF talks on anti-money laundering, virtual assets and mutual evaluations. Public sector pay standoff: Finance Minister Daven Ramnarine Tancoo says the State’s 60-40 cash/deferred offer to the PSA is final after the union rejected earlier proposals on backpay arrears. Regional legal win: CCJ upheld Derek Ramsamooj’s challenge to his detention conditions in Suriname, ordering damages and reinforcing protections for CARICOM nationals. Ebola readiness without flight bans: Health Minister Lackram Bodoe says Trinidad and Tobago is using enhanced risk-based screening at entry points, not suspending flights, after regional moves to tighten precautions. Skills push for youth: Minister Prakash Perasad warns a growing jobs and training crisis and launches a regional skills initiative targeting young men. Energy/industry watch: OLACDE launched a new monthly oil and gas report, highlighting Trinidad and Tobago’s role in regional natural gas and LNG. Business & community: Angostura expands in Italy via Velier S.p.A.; Massy Group plants 350 trees in quarry restoration; Flow opens workplace talks on menopause and mental health.
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