Despite concerted efforts by the government to tackle the issue, criminal activity remains a major topic of concern in Trinidad and Tobago. Incidents of violent crime have risen steadily over the past 20 years, with 101 murders in 1997, 395 in 2007 and 494 in 2017. Furthermore, in the first nine months of 2018 alone, 383 killings were reported...
Trinidad and Tobago possesses robust institutions, with a stable democratic system and strong regional and international ties. Nevertheless, the country has faced a series of corruption cases, and a number of initiatives have been launched to combat this issue. T&T faces further challenges related to unemployment, particularly among the...
Decades of growth in trade and foreign investment have seen global economies become more interconnected than ever before. This trend has been reinforced by the steady liberalisation of international trade and investment, at the bilateral, plurilateral and multilateral levels. National economic specialisations, and regional economic and...
Situated at the southern end of the Caribbean and only 11 km from the Venezuelan coast, the twin-island nation of Trinidad and Tobago has long stood out in the Caribbean and South American regions. Rich in oil and gas, T&T’s economy is comparatively wealthy, featuring robust democratic institutions and a vibrant culture. However, as a...
Trinidad and Tobago’s unique cultural heritage has given rise to a vibrant culinary tradition. The twin-island nation was colonised by the Spanish, French and British, with each power leaving an indelible legacy on the nation’s food culture. Moreover, roughly 80% of the population is of either African or Indian descent, with the remaining...
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