特里尼达和多巴哥对加共体进口品征收的酒精和烟草税翻了一番,以增加收入和健康,引起对突然执行和潜在的经济损害的批评。 Trinidad and Tobago doubled alcohol and tobacco taxes on CARICOM imports to boost revenue and health, sparking criticism over sudden implementation and potential economic harm.

从10月17日起,特立尼达和多巴哥将加共体国家征收的酒精和烟草消费税提高100%,使其与当地产品税率保持一致,以产生10亿美元的收入和减少消费。 Trinidad and Tobago has raised excise taxes on alcohol and tobacco from CARICOM countries by 100% effective October 17, aligning them with local product rates to generate $1 billion in revenue and reduce consumption. 这项举措是2026年预算的一部分,适用于啤酒、朗姆酒、香烟、雪茄和其他产品,旨在支持公共卫生和公平区域贸易。 The move, part of the 2026 budget, applies to beer, rum, cigarettes, cigars, and other products, aiming to support public health and fair regional trade. 批评者,包括参议员和商界领袖,警告突然增加——在没有与利益有关者协商的情况下宣布增加——可能会损害旅游业,扰乱供应链,提高低收入消费者的价格,并刺激对廉价或非法替代物的需求。 Critics, including senators and business leaders, warn the sudden increase—announced without stakeholder consultation—could harm tourism, disrupt supply chains, raise prices for low-income consumers, and drive demand for cheaper or illegal alternatives. 有些人对预期收入和保健福利提出质疑,指出以往的增税导致税收减少。 Some question the projected revenue and health benefits, noting past tax hikes led to lower collections. 参议院通过单独表决核准了这些措施,反对派和独立人士基本上反对或弃权。 The Senate approved the measures in separate votes, with opposition and independents largely opposing or abstaining.