Energy & Environment: Heritage Petroleum says it has found no evidence of a major hydrocarbon spill after Venezuela-linked claims, with field checks, monitoring and Coast Guard sweeps coming back normal. Ratings & Macro: Moody’s upgraded Trinidad and Tobago’s outlook to Stable from Negative, citing improving fiscal confidence, debt management and buffers. Oil & Gas Diplomacy: Venezuela granted Shell a natural gas license for the Loran field, a project tied to gas development that also links to Trinidad’s maritime border. Trade & Business Climate: The Trade Ministry outlined a digital push to speed up processes and improve ease of doing business, including SeaClear and TTBizLink uptake. SME & Exports: TTMA launched new tools and initiatives to help SMEs access foreign markets, including another export-focused push. Forced Labour Imports: A proposed measure would prohibit imports of goods produced through forced labour, aiming to protect consumers and local businesses. Finance Bill Scrutiny: Finance Minister Tancoo defended stricter oversight for small producers, warning weak compliance can endanger public health. Parliament & Governance: The AG’s office is vetting about $34m in legal fee claims, while education funding clarifies no backpay for teachers is included in a $127.8m allocation. Security & Rights Debate: Unions and opposition challenge another State of Emergency extension and no-protest zones, arguing freedoms can’t be restricted indefinitely. Local Economy & Jobs: SinglePoint expanded in T&T with an extra $1.1m investment, bringing total investment to $5.1m and adding jobs. Banking Integrity: Former banking executives defended the sector’s integrity amid debate over alleged “one per cent” criminal facilitation.