Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has reaffirmed her government’s commitment to a sweeping economic transformation agenda, unveiling the Trinidad and Tobago Revitalisation Blueprint. Launched on November 6 at the Diplomatic Centre in St Ann’s, the plan aims to diversify the economy, attract foreign investment, and create over 50,000 jobs, with thousands already in the recruitment pipeline. In a recent post on her X platform, Persad-Bissessar highlighted that the first phase of the national recruitment drive is screening thousands of citizens to fill 20,000 public-sector positions. The blueprint is designed to open ‘the doors to the international corridors of capital,’ fostering investment, innovation, and new economic activity. Central to the initiative is a focus on efficiency, cost savings, and smarter governance, including decentralizing state functions and repurposing assets like the International Waterfront Complex. Persad-Bissessar emphasized that every dollar and asset will be optimized to ensure community-wide benefits. The plan also targets sustainable revenue generation, particularly through export-driven industries and deeper global economic integration. Addressing long-standing infrastructure challenges, such as inadequate drainage and traffic congestion, the blueprint incorporates climate-resilient designs and multimodal smart mobility systems. These systems integrate walking, biking, public transit, and personal vehicles to create a sustainable transport network. Renewable energy, green building standards, and inclusive public spaces will be integral to each project, reflecting the government’s commitment to sustainability. Persad-Bissessar also outlined plans to collaborate with governments, international lenders, regional development institutions, and private investors, describing foreign investment as a ‘vital pillar’ of the transformation. She praised Works and Infrastructure Minister Jearlean John for her efforts and noted the overwhelmingly positive public feedback. The Prime Minister concluded by inviting global investors to join Trinidad and Tobago’s journey toward a stronger future, directing the public to the government’s portal at ttglobalhub.gov.tt. The blueprint includes 129 construction projects to revamp key areas, such as the Port of Spain and San Fernando waterfronts, Invaders Bay, and the Queen’s Park Savannah. Additionally, prisons in Port of Spain, Golden Grove, and Carrera Island will be demolished and replaced with a justice center in Tamana, while the sites will be repurposed for cultural, housing, and luxury resort developments.