Who Runs State-Owned Companies | Trinidad and Tobago News

Economist Indera Sagewan unpacks the politics behind leadership changes at state-owned enterprises, explaining how new governments routinely reshuffle boards to align with their vision — but warns that competence must never be sacrificed for political loyalty. Using Heritage Petroleum and First Citizens Bank as examples, she stresses that while board transitions are normal post-election, public scrutiny is vital to ensure appointees actually have the skills to lead. Sagewan urges listeners to stay vigilant: question appointments only when qualifications don’t match the role — otherwise, it’s just business as usual in governance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/abb67f3ff10e11e4