National Tourism Policy of Trinidad and Tobago 2010

The Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago is fully committed to building a nation in which every citizen benefits from its rich natural and cultural resources and in so doing will transform the society into economic prosperity, social stability and environmental sustainability. The Government has increased its thrust towards diversifying the economy in order to enhance the revenue and job creation potential of several key industries, one of which is tourism, and recognises that the development of the sector requires a more strategic approach to long-term competitiveness. Tourism development shall be undertaken in a sustainable and responsible manner so that the sector realizes its full potential to engage local communities, create economic opportunities and alleviate poverty.