AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoVAT Cashflow Pressure: Trinidad & Tobago manufacturers are urging urgent action on a VAT refund backlog, saying delayed payments are choking reinvestment, upgrades, training and jobs; the TTMA says it’s ready to work with the Ministry of Finance on a fix for both the backlog and future timelines. CARICOM Trade & Industry: At TIC 2026, MITTCO highlighted regional business networking and trade missions (including to Guyana and Suriname), while Trinidad’s trade minister pushed for priority foreign exchange access for manufacturers over importers to boost local production. Suriname Energy & Offshore Momentum: Staatsolie says two new bids have been submitted for offshore blocks in Suriname’s open-door offering, with competing proposals due by Oct. 4, and the process set to decide winners soon after. Suriname Oil & Gas Discovery: Petronas announced new hydrocarbon discoveries in Block 52 offshore Suriname, lifting estimated recoverable resources to over 1 billion barrels of oil equivalent and pointing to major investment and jobs potential. Mining Update (Suriname): Miata Metals reported new high-grade gold intersections at its Sela Creek project in Suriname, expanding the Puma East discovery area. Corentyne Bridge Diplomatic Rift: The Guyana–Suriname dispute over who will finance the Corentyne River Bridge escalated, with Suriname’s president saying Guyana was informed as early as February, while Guyana’s side denies any official notification through bilateral mechanisms.
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