Winning party leader Kamla Persad explained during the campaign that it will be vital to reduce the financial burdens on businesses, and at the same time, create a more favorable environment for investors.

It should also improve ability of making business, optimize trade relations and modernize infrastructure.

In reporting on these plans, he also urged citizens to make suggestions that could be beneficial to the nation.

One of the main proposals – Persad noted – included reducing corporate taxes, which could further help businesses to prosper.

Persad – quoted by the Associates Times website – plans to eliminate property taxes on manufacturers’ plant, equipment and land, which could further reduce operating costs and help overall development.

Simplifying the venture approval process will be paramount, making it easier for young entrepreneurs to start or expand their businesses.

In education, the Spanish language will be introduced, making it mandatory as a second language.

This, Persad said, will help students from Trinidad and Tobago to get jobs in the global market, specifically in the South American market, while the Digital Economy career will be prioritized.

Kamla Persad Bissessar won on April 28 in the Siparia constituency with over 9565 votes and defeated the PNM candidate, Natasha Mohammed, who obtained only 1921 ballots.

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