The financial sector plays an important role in Trinidad and Tobago’s plans to diversify its economy, which is still heavily driven by oil and gas revenues. The country has ambitious goals not only to further strengthen financial businesses, but also to establish itself as an international financial centre. The ministry of finance, Larry Howai, explains why the newly created Trinidad and Tobago International Financial Centre (TTIFC) will create a long-term, sustainable source of wealth and employment for the country.
Q: What has been achieved by Trinidad and Tobago's financial sector so far?