Trinidad and Tobago became independent from Britain on 31 August 1962 and a republic in 1976.
The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and TobagoCaribbean-8:00Hours behind the UAE
About the Country
General Information
National Identity
Official Language(s)English
National CurrencyTrinidad and Tobago Dollar (TTD)
National Day(s)31 August (Independence Day)
Capitals
Political / Administrative CapitalPort of Spain
Economic CapitalPort of Spain
Cultural CapitalPort of Spain
Transport & Connectivity
Flight Duration from the UAE≈ 20 – 23 h
Connecting flights
Primary AirportPiarco International Airport (POS)
Primary PortPort of Point Lisas (PLIPDECO)
Geography
Land Area-
Length of the Coastline~362 km
Highest PointEl Cerro del Aripo (940 m)
Primary Inland Water Body / RiverOrtoire River (longest river, drains much of the southern agricultural lowlands)
ClimateTropical
Border Countries
None (island)
0Last Updated: July 2026Source: Internal Research
Key Facts
El Cerro del Aripo, in Trinidad's Northern Range, is the country's highest point at about 940 metres.
Pitch Lake at La Brea is the world’s largest natural deposit of asphalt.
Carnival in Port of Spain is one of the largest and best-known carnivals in the world.
Calypso and soca music originated in Trinidad and Tobago, as did the steelpan, the national instrument and one of the few acoustic instruments invented in the 20th century.
Tobago's Main Ridge Forest Reserve, protected since 1776, is considered the oldest legally protected forest in the Western Hemisphere.
The country's African and Indian heritage shapes its food, festivals and politics.
The chaconia, the national flower, blooms in bright red around Independence Day in August.
English common law and a Westminster-style parliament remain the constitutional framework.
The Caroni Bird Sanctuary is famous for its roosting scarlet ibis, one of the country's two national birds.
Point Lisas makes Trinidad and Tobago one of the world's largest exporters of ammonia and methanol.
The country is one of the few independent Caribbean states with a large heavy-industry base.
Last Updated: July 2026Source: Internal Research
Economic Overview
Macroeconomic Snapshot
GDP, current prices-USD Billions
Real GDP growth-Annual percent change (%)
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Population-Millions of people
General government gross debt-% of GDP
Income levelWorld Bank classification-
Economic Comparison
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Foreign Trade
No data available for this section yet.
Political Overview
Leadership
H.E. Christine Kangaloo
Since March 2023
Hon. Kamla Persad-Bissessar
Since May 2025
Hon. Sean Sobers
Since May 2025
Hon. Davendranath Tancoo
Since May 2025
Hon. Satyakama Maharaj
Since May 2025
Hon. Dr. Kennedy Swaratsingh
Since May 2025
Hon. Wayne Sturge
Since May 2025
Political Summary
Political System
Parliamentary Republic
The President is Head of State and the Prime Minister is Head of Government within a multi-party system and a bicameral Parliament.
Ruling Party
United National Congress (UNC): Centre-left (since May 2025)
Main Opposition Force(s)
People's National Movement (PNM): Centre to centre-left
Next Presidential Election
Expected in January 2028
Next Legislative Election
Expected in April 2030
Last Updated: May 2026Source: Internal Research
Membership in Key Organizations and Blocs
50Organizations
29Member
4Founding Member
2Partner, Observer or Participant
15Not a Member
No organisation matches.
Last Updated: July 2026Source: Official websites of the respective organizations
Competitiveness Indexes
| Index | Year | Rank Out of | Trinidad and Tobago | UAE |
|---|
No index matches.
Bilateral Relations
Diplomatic Relations and Representation
Date of Establishment of Diplomatic Relations15 Jun 197353 years of relations
UAE Ambassador
No Accredited AmbassadorForeign Ambassador
No Accredited AmbassadorLast Updated: June 2026Source: MoFA; Internal Research
Flights by UAE Carriers
Passenger Flights
October 2026 figures0Total Weekly Passenger Flights
EYEtihad Airways0
EKEmirates0
FZflydubai0
G9Air Arabia0
Cargo Flights
October 2026 figures0Total Weekly Cargo Flights
EYEtihad Cargo0
EKEmirates SkyCargo0
Last Updated: October 2026Source: GCAA
Consular Information
Tourists | Residents | Students | Golden Visa Holders | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Trinidad and Tobago Nationalsin the UAE | - | - | - | - |
UAE Citizensin Trinidad and Tobago | - | - | - | - |
Main Agreements and MoUs
| Agreement / MOU | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
CEPAComprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement | Not Signed | - |
IPPAInvestment Protection and Promotion Agreement | Signed | Signed on 3 Feb 2026. |
DTADouble Taxation Avoidance Agreement | Not Signed | - |
ASAAir Services Agreement | Signed | Signed on 27 Sep 2024. |
Ratified— Signed and entered into force
Signed— Signed, but entry into force or ratification is pending
Not Signed— No signed agreement exists
Last Updated: April 2026Source: Internal Research
UAE Foreign Assistance
| UAE Aid to Trinidad and Tobago | Total Amount |
|---|---|
| Amount (USD Mn) | - |
Bilateral Visits
Official Visits from the UAE
- H.E. Noura bint Mohamed Al KaabiMinister of StateJan2026
- H.E. Hazza Ahmed Al KaabiUAE Ambassador to the Republic of CubaAug2025
- H.E. Omar ShehadehSpecial Envoy of the UAE Minister of Foreign AffairsMay2024
Official Visits to the UAE
- H.E. Sean SobersMinister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs of Trinidad and TobagoNov2025
The officials’ titles shown reflect the positions held at the time of the visit.
Last Updated: April 2026Source: Internal Research
Trade
Non-Oil Bilateral Trade
-
Rank Among UAE's Trade Partners
-Non-oil trade partner of the UAE
-Source of UAE imports
-Destination for UAE exports
-Destination for UAE re‑exports
Key Trade Commodities
-
Foreign Direct Investment Flows
FDI Inflows (Into the UAE)-
Jan 2021 – Sep 2026
FDI Outflows (UAE Abroad)0.7USD Millions
Capex and jobs data include estimated values.
Last Updated: November 2026Source: fDi Markets
Major Companies and Investments
Major Trinidadian and Tobagonian Companies in the UAE
- -
Major UAE Companies in Trinidad and Tobago
Mubadala Investment Company-
Last Updated: April 2026Source: Internal Research
Business Support
Joint Business Council(s)-
Cooperation Opportunities
Priority level: HIGH / MEDIUM / EMERGING, based on overall attractiveness to the UAE.
Last Updated: September 2026Source: Internal Research