Trinidad and Tobago – June 27, 2024 – Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley today defended the Government’s engagement with Indian businessman Naveen Jindal over the mothballed Petrotrin refinery. Speaking at a breakfast event, Rowley criticized opponents who had previously urged for more foreign investment but now object to such initiatives.
Dr. Rowley clarified that while there is indeed interest from Jindal’s company in the refinery, no final decisions have been made yet regarding its future. His comments highlight the government’s pursuit of foreign investment for the Petrotrin refinery and its broader strategy for economic diversification in Trinidad and Tobago, amidst ongoing public and political debate.
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