Delivering remarks on “Crypto Assets and the Global Regulatory Agenda: Balancing Inclusion, Integrity and Stability,” at the 2026 World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Thailand, Central Bank Governor, Mr. Larry Howai called for a balanced and coordinated approach to crypto asset regulation. In addressing attendees, Governor Howai noted that policymakers must promote innovation while safeguarding financial integrity, consumer protection and financial stability.

The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago (CBTT) has reduced its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 13.8 per cent since 2019, marking a significant milestone in the Bank’s efforts to improve environmental sustainability and strengthen responsible corporate stewardship. The reduction, achieved over a six-year period, underscores the Bank’s commitment to measuring, managing and reducing its environmental impact.

Regional central banks are making significant progress toward the establishment of the CARICOM Payment and Settlement System (CAPSS), a proposed regional payment platform that will enable seamless retail and commercial instant payments across member states in local currencies. CAPSS is intended to reduce transaction costs and improve payment efficiency, thereby strengthening regional trade and economic integration.

The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago hosted an engaging panel discussion on Virtual Asset Service Providers as part of its Research Review Seminar 2026, providing a forum for stakeholders to examine developments in the rapidly evolving digital asset landscape and their implications for innovation, regulation and financial stability.

The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago opened its annual Research Review Seminar 2026 on Thursday, September 10, 2026. Under the theme, “Operating in a Fractured World: Economic Resilience, Innovation and Sustainability”, the event brings together policymakers, academics, researchers, regulators and private sector representatives to examine the region’s evolving economic landscape.

GraceKennedy (Trinidad & Tobago) Limited (GKTT) was initially registered with the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago (Central Bank) solely as a Bill Payment Service Provider (BPSP), on September 30, 2014. Effective August 1, 2026, the Central Bank registered GKTT as a Payment Service Provider (PSP) in Trinidad and Tobago.  This expanded registration authorises GKTT to offer a broader range of regulated payments services, including bill payment services.

The Central Bank’s National Financial Literacy Programme (NFLP), in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and Community Development, presents Community Connect Town Halls—a free, interactive financial literacy experience that brings financial education directly to communities across Trinidad.

The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago (Bank) refers to media reports regarding the ongoing investigation into a quantity of US Dollar (USD) currency that was earmarked to be shipped out of the country. In light of the ongoing investigations, the Bank needs to exercise care in making any statement at this stage, but recognises that the public has questions about the exporting of US currency. These questions have arisen in the context of domestic demand for foreign exchange outstripping the supply and where legitimate requests for foreign exchange are not always met.

Representatives of the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago yesterday, May 26, led by Deputy Governor, Dr. Dorian Noel met with representatives of the Tobago Division of the Trinidad and Tobago Chamber of Industry and Commerce, as part of the Bank’s ongoing commitment to meaningful consultation with the business community across Trinidad and Tobago. This follows a recent engagement with the Chief Secretary of the Tobago House of Assembly in April 2026.

The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago welcomes the statement released by Republic Bank. The Central Bank’s intervention on the matter was minimal, and consistent with our commitment to working alongside the banking sector.