Debate Emerges Over Proposal to Rename Piarco International Airport After Basdeo Panday
Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago — A proposal to rename Piarco International Airport as the “Basdeo Panday International Airport” has sparked widespread discussion across Trinidad and Tobago, with supporters praising the move as a fitting tribute to one of the nation’s most influential political leaders, while critics question whether the country’s principal gateway should…
Last Week In Review
PORT OF SPAIN — This past week in Trinidad and Tobago was marked by a mix of security developments, major energy diplomacy, and troubling social revelations, reflecting the country’s ongoing struggle to balance economic priorities with public safety and governance. Security operations dominate headlines Crime and national security remained at the forefront, with a deadly…
Price of Prestige: PM’s Costly Suit Fuels Public Backlash
When a Prime Minister spends $30,000 on a single suit—even if it is with her personal funds—the country takes notice. The issue is not legality, but optics. At a time when citizens are struggling with rising food prices, stagnant wages, and growing inequality, such a lavish purchase sends a troubling message about priorities and sensitivity.…
