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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, addresses the St. James Municipal Corporation/Mastercard vendor engagement and training session held at the Montego Bay Cultural Centre in Sam Sharpe Square on Tuesday (February 18).
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, addresses the St. James Municipal Corporation/Mastercard vendor engagement and training session held at the Montego Bay Cultural Centre in Sam Sharpe Square on Tuesday (February 18).

Local Craft Vendors Being Equipped to Tap into Global Handicraft Market

The Government is equipping stakeholders in the local craft sector to claim a greater share of the lucrative global handicraft market. Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, said the international market was valued at US$268.3...
Custos of Kingston, Hon. Steadman Fuller, delivers the Throne Speech at the Ceremonial Opening of Parliament for Fiscal Year 2025/26, on Thursday (February 13), at Gordon House. Custos Fuller was deputising for Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen.
Custos of Kingston, Hon. Steadman Fuller, delivers the Throne Speech at the Ceremonial Opening of Parliament for Fiscal Year 2025/26, on Thursday (February 13), at Gordon House. Custos Fuller was deputising for Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen.

EU Programme to Establish Digital Transitioning Centres and Offer Training to 2,700 MSMEs
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., makes a Statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (February 11).
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., makes a Statement in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (February 11).

Significant Progress Made Since Implementation of Disabilities Act
President of the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ), Metry Seaga.
President of the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ), Metry Seaga.

Business Leaders Looking Forward to 2025/26 Budget with Optimism
Vice President, Exports, Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Sonja Linton, delivering a presentation at the Business Acceleration Centre (BAC) Accelerator Series at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston on Thursday (February 6).
Vice President, Exports, Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Sonja Linton, delivering a presentation at the Business Acceleration Centre (BAC) Accelerator Series at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston on Thursday (February 6).

Businesses Encouraged to Capitalise on Trade Agreements

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All Roads Lead to Clarendon for MSME Business Roadshow

Juici Empowerment Park hosts 2nd entrepreneur showcase for 2025 Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce (MIIC), Jamaica’s Business Ministry, is set to host the second MSME Business Roadshow for 2025 at Juici Empowerment Park, Clarendon, on February 20. This initiative continues MIIC’s commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and business growth across Jamaica. Micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) owners will gain...
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Senior Director, Regulations, Policy, Monitoring and Enforcement, Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA), Ainsley Brown (centre), converses with Vice President, Exports, Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Sonja Linton (left) and Director, Stakeholder Relationship Management, JSEZA, Yenniek Hinds, during the Business Acceleration Centre (BAC) Accelerator Series at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston on Thursday (Feb. 6).
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Jamaican Firms Urged to Keep a Close Eye on Trade Tensions

Amid rising fears of trade tensions, local firms are being urged to prioritise supply chain mapping to spot potential supply disruptions and develop contingency plans. Senior Director, Regulations, Policy, Monitoring and Enforcement at the Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA), Ainsley Brown, in making the call, said that supply chain mapping was a successful strategy for businesses during the COVID-19...
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Senior Director, Regulations, Policy, Monitoring and Enforcement at the Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA), Ainsley Brown (centre), greets Vice President, Exports, Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Sonja Linton (left), while Director, Stakeholder Relationship Management, JSEZA, Yenniek Hinds, observes. They were in attendance at the Business Acceleration Centre (BAC) Accelerator Series, at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston, on Thursday (February 6).
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Jamaican Businesses Urged to Explore New Markets

In light of evolving global trade dynamics and recent trade tensions involving the United States (US), Jamaican businesses are being strongly encouraged to proactively diversify their markets, exploring both regional and international opportunities. Senior Director, Regulations, Policy, Monitoring and Enforcement at the Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA), Ainsley Brown, has highlighted the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as a particularly...
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Acting Managing Director, Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ), Edison Galbraith, and Acting General Manager, DBJ Strategic Services Division, Renay Folks-Johnson (left), converse with Chief Executive Officer, Sankhard Company Limited and International Development Consultant, Sandra McLeish, on day one of the SheTrades Caribbean Hub 2-Day Training Programme at the DBJ in Kingston on Wednesday (February 5).
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Jamaican Female Agro-Processors Inducted into Global Network of Women Entrepreneurs

Multiple female agro-processors in Jamaica have been inducted into a global network of women entrepreneurs. This was undertaken through the SheTrades Caribbean Hub two-day training programme, which is taking place at the Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ) in Kingston from February 5 to 6. The initiative is designed to equip participants with the requisite skills and knowledge to expand their...
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JBDC and TAJ to Host Annual ‘Tax Talk’ Business Sessions

As the filing period for the 2024 tax season approaches, the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) and Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) will once again partner to provide essential guidance to entrepreneurs and business owners through their annual ‘Tax Talk’ sessions. The tax season runs from January to December, while the corresponding filing period begins in March the following year. The...
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JBDC Expanding Digital Jamaica Training to Rural Entrepreneurs

The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) is taking its Digital Jamaica Training initiative beyond urban centres into rural communities. This is intended to ensure that entrepreneurs islandwide benefit from provisions focused on digitisation, digitalisation and digital transformation. The move aligns with Jamaica’s national digital plan, which aims to bridge the digital divide, enhance education access and drive technological innovation in...
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Chairman of the Factories Corporation of Jamaica, Lyttleton Shirley.
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St. Thomas Businesses to Occupy 30% of Space in Morant Bay Urban Centre

St. Thomas businesses are to occupy 30 per cent of the space in the major Morant Bay Urban Centre, which is swiftly approaching completion. Chairman of the Factories Corporation of Jamaica (FCJ), Lyttleton Shirley, said, “The rest are clients from all over who would have met the requirements for ensuring that the residents of St. Thomas have the best facilities,...
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