The Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce says it anticipates further information on enhancing national security measures.
It says crime poses a significant threat to the country’s development, and it stands ready to support the implementation of new strategies if required.
The Chamber said the spotlight placed on a coordinated legislative approach to full freedom of movement and the subsequent removal of internal barriers inhibiting regional commerce, marks a significant stride for all private sectors within Caricom.
The chamber said the notable references to deeper engagement with Guyana in the terms of agriculture hold promise for fostering a regional agri-value chain approach, promoting greater food security, and facilitating new export development and foreign exchange earnings.
It advocated for a holistic regional approach, leveraging individual comparative advantages across related sectors to expedite agri-business development within the region.
It said it eagerly anticipates playing a meaningful role in stakeholder engagement and targeted actions aligned with fulfilling this agenda.