In a resolute effort to stimulate investments inside Trinidad and Tobago’s borders, the federal government is leaving no stone unturned in its quest to raise native merchandise onto the worldwide stage, with a specific concentrate on the huge market alternatives in China.
Minister Paula Gopee-Scoon pledges assist at China Expo
Minister Paula Gopee-Scoon, on the helm of Trinidad and Tobago’s Ministry of Commerce and Business, reaffirmed this dedication throughout her official inauguration of the nation’s sales space on the prestigious sixth China Worldwide Import Expo (CIIE) held in Shanghai, China, on November 6, 2023.
A powerful basis: Trinidad and Tobago’s relationship with China
In her opening tackle on the unveiling of the Trinidad and Tobago Pavilion, Minister Gopee-Scoon underscored the traditionally strong ties between Trinidad and Tobago and China.
She highlighted the numerous milestone of Trinidad and Tobago being the primary English-speaking Caribbean nation to affix the Belt and Street Initiative in 2018, which subsequently led to the institution of the 144-acre Phoenix Park Industrial Property.

Undertaking success displays favorable funding surroundings
Minister Gopee-Scoon attributed the success of the Phoenix Park Industrial Property to the nation’s dynamic funding local weather, steady political surroundings, extremely expert workforce, attractive incentives, and the important safety and reliability demanded for strategic worldwide collaborations.
Demonstrating dedication to worldwide enlargement
The Minister emphasised that Trinidad and Tobago’s participation within the CIIE is a testomony to its unwavering dedication to figuring out advantageous alternatives for native companies to increase their horizons.
The China Worldwide Import Expo (CIIE), inaugurated in 2018, performed host to visitors from over 150 nations, areas, and worldwide organizations within the present yr, additional solidifying its standing as a worldwide commerce spectacle. Trinidad and Tobago has been an lively participant on this occasion since its inception.
Showcasing Trinidad and Tobago’s entrepreneurial spirit
This yr’s Trinidad and Tobago CIIE Pavilion boasts a powerful lineup of companies, every representing the nation’s entrepreneurial spirit.
Among the many featured firms are Angostura Ltd, Trinidad and Tobago Superb Cocoa Firm, Chief Model Merchandise and Karibbean Flavours, Twigs Naturals, and indigenous confectioneries hailing from the picturesque island of Tobago.