In a significant move aimed at bolstering Tobago’s economic prospects, Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar announced the issuance of an export license for quarry operations at Studley Park during her visit to the island on November 4. This initiative, described as ‘low-hanging fruit,’ requires minimal financial investment but is projected to generate up to $1.4 billion in revenue over the next three years. The announcement underscores the Prime Minister’s strategic vision for enhancing Trinidad and Tobago’s economic and political unity, particularly in the context of the upcoming Tobago House of Assembly (THA) elections. The license, to be managed by Studley Park Enterprises Ltd, a company owned by the THA, marks a pivotal step in unlocking Tobago’s aggregate resources. However, the initiative also raises complex regulatory and environmental challenges that THA Chief Secretary Farley Augustine must navigate. Beyond the immediate economic impact, the Prime Minister hinted at broader reforms, including the replacement of the current budgetary range with a ‘fair share’ project-based model and addressing the long-standing issue of Tobago’s autonomy. This announcement signals a potential turning point in the relationship between the two islands, as Ms. Persad-Bissessar emphasized a unified vision for the nation’s future.