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Trinidadian and Tobagonian Scorecard

Country profile

Trinidad and Tobago is a twin-island nation in the southern Caribbean, celebrated for its energetic Carnival, rich musical heritage, and a vibrant mix of cultures. It has a population of 1.4 million, a population growth rate of 0.12%, and a median age of 36.72 years.

Its history reflects a fusion of African, Indian, European, and indigenous influences shaped by colonialism and migration.

Today, Trinidad and Tobago is known for its dynamic arts and entertainment scene, diverse culinary traditions, and a strong sense of national pride that unites its multicultural society.

Its capital city is Port of Spain.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 4.9% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Trinidad and Tobago worsened by 8.0% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 88.6% from 2023 to 2024

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 0.2% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 2.3% from 2022 to 2023

Human Development in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 1.3% from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 5.1% from 2020 to 2021

World Happiness Report in Trinidad and Tobago worsened by 0.5% from 2023 to 2024

Freedom in the World showed no change from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 17.3% from 2021 to 2022

PISA Scores (Reading) in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 2.6% from 2009 to 2015

PISA Scores (Math) in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 0.7% from 2009 to 2015

PISA Scores (Science) in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 3.7% from 2009 to 2015

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception showed no change from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 2.6% from 2022 to 2023

Homicide Rate in Trinidad and Tobago worsened by 11.7% from 2020 to 2021

Government Effectiveness in Trinidad and Tobago worsened by 70.9% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 14.3% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Trinidad and Tobago worsened by 68.0% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Trinidad and Tobago worsened by 4.3% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Trinidad and Tobago improved by 5.9% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Trinidad and Tobago worsened by 2.4% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption showed no change from 2020 to 2021