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Newly installed President of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), Hon. Mr. Justice Winston Anderson, delivers his inaugural address during the Swearing-In Ceremony at the Jewel Grande Resort in Montego Bay, St. James, on Sunday (July 6).

New CCJ President Calls for Wider Regional Accession to Final Appellate Court

Newly sworn-in President of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), Hon. Mr. Justice Winston Anderson, is urging Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Member States that have not yet acceded to the Court’s appellate jurisdiction to take steps toward accession. Speaking during his...

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (right), looks on as newly installed President of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), the Hon. Mr. Justice Winston Anderson, takes the oath of office during the swearing in ceremony held at the Jewel Grande Resort in Montego Bay, St. James on Sunday ( July 6).

Jamaican Sworn in As CCJ President

Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Patrick Allen (second left); Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), and outgoing President, Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), Hon. Mr. Justice Adrian Saunders (right), share a photo opportunity with newly appointed CCJ President, Hon. Mr. Justice Winston Anderson, during the Swearing-in Ceremony at the Jewel Grande Hotel in Montego Bay, St. James, on Sunday (July 6).

Justice Anderson’s Elevation to CCJ Presidency A Proud Moment for Jamaica – PM Holness

Several Government Ministers participated in the 18th Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Road Races in Montego Bay, St. James, on Saturday (July 5). Pictured sharing a moment after the event are (from left) Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton; Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith; Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, and State Minister in the Foreign Affairs Ministry, Hon. Alando Terrelonge.

PHOTOS: Highlights of the 18th CARICOM Road Races in Montego Bay

Prime Minister of Jamaica and Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Chair, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), greets International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) Secretary General, His Excellency Valdecy de Urquiza e Silva Junior, during a courtesy call on Sunday (July 6) at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James, ahead of the 49th Regular Meeting of the CARICOM Heads of Government, scheduled for July 6 to 8 at the same venue.

PHOTOS: Jamaica’s Prime Minister and CARICOM Chair Meets With Interpol Secretary General

Jamaica’s Prime Minister and Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Chair, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second left), strides confidently during the 18th CARICOM 5K/10K Run/Walk, held on Saturday (July 5) in Montego Bay, St. James.

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Spirited Kickoff to CARICOM Week 2025

In a spirited kickoff to Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Week 2025, Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, officially launched the activities with the 18th CARICOM 5K/10K Run/Walk on Saturday (July 5) in Montego Bay. The event, which drew participants from across the Caribbean, commenced at the Montego Bay Convention Centre and served as a powerful symbol of unity,...

Jamaica’s Prime Minister and Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Dr. the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness, converses with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, following their participation in Saturday’s (July 5) 18th CARICOM Road Races in Montego Bay, St. James.

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Sport a Catalyst for Caribbean Growth and Youth Empowerment – Prime Minister Holness

Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and Prime Minister of Jamaica, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has described sporting initiatives like the CARICOM Road Races as among the most powerful instruments for advancing the region—stimulating economic activity, strengthening community ties, and uplifting Caribbean youth. “Every race, match and meet is a vehicle towards sustainable and transformational growth and development,”...

Jamaica’s Prime Minister and Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), and Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, share a moment with CARICOM Road Races 10K male winner, Nicholas Romany of Trinidad and Tobago (centre), second-place finisher, Garfield Gordon of Jamaica (second left), and third-place finisher, Cleveland Thomas of Team Guyana, during the awards ceremony at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on Saturday (July 5).

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Prime Minister Holness Champions Regional Collaboration to Advance Public Health

Jamaica’s Prime Minister and Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has reiterated the importance of regional cooperation in advancing health and wellness. Speaking during the awards ceremony for the 18th CARICOM Road Races in Montego Bay, St. James, on Saturday (July 5), Dr. Holness noted that health, “is not just a personal responsibility, but...

The official banner of the 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM.

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CARICOM IMPACS Expects Concrete Commitments From Heads of Government

The Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (CARICOM IMPACS) expects Heads of Government to translate their acknowledgment of regional security issues into concrete, time-bound and resourced commitments. This is anticipated when the Heads meet in Jamaica for the 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM, from July 6 to 8, at the Montego...

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Traffic Changes Along Rose Hall Main Road for CARICOM Races

Motorists are being advised that there will be temporary traffic changes along the Rose Hall main road in Montego Bay on Saturday (July 5), beginning at 5:00 a.m., to facilitate the staging of the 18th CARICOM Road Races. Sub-officer in charge of traffic for St. James, Inspector Gregory Hall, told JIS News that the westbound lane of the dual carriageway...

Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States and Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States OAS, His Excellency Major General (ret’d) Antony Anderson, delivers the country’s National Statement during the Organization of American States (OAS) 55th Regular Session, in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, on June 26.

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Ambassador Anderson Delivers Jamaica’s National Statement During 55th OAS Regular Session

Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States of America (USA), His Excellency Major General (ret’d) Antony Anderson, delivered the country’s National Statement during the 55th Regular Session of the Organization of American States (OAS), held in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, from June 25 to 27, under the theme ‘Building Resilient and Inclusive Economies in the Americas’. Addressing the Assembly on...

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Anticipation Builds Ahead of 49th CARICOM Heads of Gov’t Meeting

As Montego Bay prepares to host the 49th Regular Meeting of the CARICOM Heads of Government from July 6 to 8, anticipation is building among residents, who are hopeful that the summit will yield tangible progress on some of the region’s most urgent challenges. The upcoming event will bring together regional leaders to address critical issues, including climate change, food...