NEWS
Judge in T&TEC's 'misrepresentation' claim: Sort it out
A High Court judge has declined to rule on whether any party misled the court in a doctor’s legal battle with the Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) over its policy for installing high-tension wires on private property. Instead, Justice Frank Seepersad corrected the official record and advised T&TEC to “thoroughly and comprehensively” investigate the conflicting instructions reportedly given by its in-house legal officer to former external counsel. He said the commission must put proper checks in place to ensure such a situation “never happens again,” during a hearing on November 24. The issue arose after T&TEC’s legal officer, Candace Price, filed an affidavit stating that former external counsel had misrepresented the commission’s position on policy documents. Her affidavit came after the judge ordered T&TEC to produce the policy governing the installation of high-tension power lines over private land. Price said T&TEC did not intend to mislead the court. Read more here
Cop arrested in alleged plot to kill minister
A police officer from a specialist unit is among two people arrested yesterday, after a Preventive Detention Order (PDO) was issued for their alleged association with members of an Organised Crime Group (OCG). Guardian Media understands the arrests were connected to the ongoing investigation into businessman Danny Guerra, who was detained via a PDO on November 19 for a plot to assassinate a Government minister. Law enforcement officials revealed the officer was arrested by personnel from the Special Investigations Unit (SIU), and taken to the Eastern Correctional Rehabilitation Centre (ECRC) in Santa Rosa, where he remained last night. These latest arrests followed Guerra’s who was held following his alleged involvement in illegal activities. Read more here
POLITICS
Minister urges quick resolution to Trillion's defamation claim
TWO investment entities and their principal will have to get new attorneys to advance their defamation claim against Energy and Energy Industries Minister Dr Roodal Moonilal by January 2026. Justice Frank Seepersad ordered the attorney on record for Trillions Systems Ltd, Rose Capital Investments Ltd and businessman James Kerron Rose, to notify his clients of his intention to “cease to act.” The judge said Rose and the companies must appear either in person, through counsel or with new representation when the matter comes up again on January 12. Read more here
US military chief in T&T today to meet Prime Minister
Moments after the Donald Trump administration added Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his government to the US State Department’s list of the world’s most dangerous terrorist organisations, news emerged that the United States’ highest-ranking military officer will meet with the Prime Minister today. In a media release yesterday afternoon, the United States Embassy said Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, will visit Trinidad and Tobago today to meet Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar. The Office of the Prime Minister put out a brief statement yesterday, saying, “The meeting is being held at the request of the United States and will focus on the two nations’ strong bilateral relationship, strengthening regional stability and the vital importance to both countries of countering the illicit traffic in drugs and transnational criminal organisations.” The media release added, “The Prime Minister welcomes the visit. Further details will be shared with the media after the meeting.” No time or location was provided. Read more here
BUSINESS
UTC celebrates Calypso fund maturity
The Unit Trust Corporation (UTC) is in early celebration of the investment returns on it Calypso Macro Index Fund (CMIF) which matures on November 30. Executive director Nigel Edwards, in a statement on November 24, hailed the fund's upcoming maturity as "a landmark moment for the UTC." "We launched this product to provide local investors with access to a diversified pool of local equities and international energy stocks which allowed investors to benefit from key economic drivers, and it has delivered on that promise. Its performance underscores our mission to democratise investment and return real value to our unitholders." Read more here
Medcorp sustains growth trajectory
Medcorp Ltd remains well-positioned to sustain its growth trajectory, supported by a strong asset base, prudent cost management, and consistent profitability, its executive chairman Dr Dinesh Mor has said. Mor made the statement as Medcorp posted its third quarter results for the nine months ended September 30. He said Medcorp continued to demonstrate “financial stability and prudent management” during the period. Read more here
REGIONAL
Bartica an emerging hub for digital innovation, economic diversification
President, Dr. Irfaan Ali used his visit to Bartica on Sunday, to highlight the town’s emerging role as a hub of digital innovation, economic diversification, and regional connectivity, signalling a new chapter for Guyana’s hinterland development. While the event marked the sod-turning for a new BK airport terminal, the President framed Bartica’s growth as part of a broader national strategy aimed at linking all regions through infrastructure, technology, and investment. “Development begins with connectivity,” he said, adding: “Before economies can expand, before opportunities can spread, and before regions can flourish together, they must first be linked physically, digitally, and economically. Connectivity is the backbone of economic development because it links people, goods, services, and ideas.” Read more here
INTERNNATIONAL
Controversial US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation ends aid operations
The controversial, US and Israel-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) says it is winding down its aid operations in the Palestinian territory, after almost six months. The organisation had already suspended its three food distribution sites in Gaza after the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel took effect six weeks ago. The GHF aimed to bypass the UN as the main supplier of aid to Gaza's population. UN and other aid agencies refused to co-operate with its system, saying it was unethical and unsafe. Read more here
25th November 2025