AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUN Security Council Win: Trinidad and Tobago has been elected unopposed to the UN Security Council for 2027–2028, winning 181 votes and starting the term on Jan. 1, 2027, with Foreign Minister Sean Sobers framing it as proof of strong Caricom ties despite recent diplomatic strains. Parliament & Media Access: Media Association of Trinidad and Tobago (MATT) is seeking talks with PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar over a year-long gap since her last post-Cabinet media briefing, while the Second Session of Parliament opens today with a possible statement and budget-related updates. Judicial Transparency (Tobago): A High Court judge rejected E-IDCOT’s bid to be exempt from the Freedom of Information Act, ordering reconsideration of a request tied to the Manta Lodge franchise and procurement details. Public Works & Resilience: Works Minister Jearlean John urged that disaster resilience must show up in maintained drainage, passable roads and coastal defences, warning that “habits” and choices also drive flood risk. Labour & Tourism: The Trinidad Hilton dispute escalated as CWU warned of possible job displacement if Hilton exits, while the minister denied layoffs are imminent. State of Emergency: Government says the state of emergency remains in effect until June 17.
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