The Telecommunications Authority of Trinidad and Tobago (TATT) and the National Information and Communication Technology Company Limited (iGovTT) have formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to partner together on initiatives geared towards creating a more connected, educated and digitally empowered nation.
The agreement was officially executed by Kurleigh Prescod, Chief Executive Officer at TATT and Charles Bobb-Semple, Chief Executive Officer (Ag.) at iGovTT.
Key initiatives under the MoU include:
- Facilitating the exchange of information, expertise and best practices
- Promoting ongoing dialogue and collaboration on matters of mutual interest
- Supporting the development of effective regulatory approaches in response to evolving technologies
- Conducting initiatives and projects that TATT and iGovTT see necessary in achieving these goals
TATT and iGovTT will collaborate in the following areas, related to their respective roles and functions:
- Broadband connectivity and infrastructure deployment, including universal service and digital inclusion initiatives
- Facilitating and enabling access to digital public infrastructure applications and services
- Policy development for appropriate adoption of emerging technologies, including AI/Super Intelligence, satellite connectivity and cloud computing platforms
- Network security, cyber-security, resilience and trusted network frameworks
- ICT training opportunities and capacity building; and
- Representation of Trinidad and Tobago at regional and international fora
The signing of this MOU aligns with a broader national digital strategy to foster strategic inter-agency partnership that establish formal, structured and cooperative frameworks to facilitate coordination and the exchange of information between the two entities to enhance technical, regulatory and administrative collaboration in the field of telecommunications policies and practices.
The MOU signing took place on Tuesday 20th October 2026 at iGovTT’s offices on Pembroke Street, Port of Spain. Mr. Cris Seecheran and Ms. Ria Karim, Chairs of the Boards of TATT and iGovTT respectively, witnessed the landmark signing.