Tobago to New York flights not subsidised

Imbert, who is the line minister for CAL, explained the normal route is Piarco International Airport to John F Kennedy (JFK)International Airport in New York (outbound) and JFK to Piarco (inbound).

In response to another question, Imbert said Government is “examining its role” with respect to the disbursement of foreign exchange.

He said the Central Bank handles this responsibility in accordance with the Exchange Control Act.

However he explained that the Finance Minister is empowered under the Act to give certain directions to the Bank in the exercise of its powers under the Act.