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Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries Minister, Hon. Karl Samuda (right), is in discussion with Senior Sales Agent at Flow, Cherifa McBean, during Thursday’s (March 10) media launch for the Expo Jamaica 2016 trade show at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston.

Minister Samuda Pledges Open Door Policy

Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries Minister, Hon. Karl Samuda, is assuring members of the business sector that he will be readily available to respond to their needs and concerns. “I will be operating an open door Ministry. Anyone wishing to...

Minister of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Karl Samuda, speaks with President for the Jamaica Exporters’ Association (JEA), Michelle Chung, during the launch of Expo Jamaica 2016 held on the lawns of Pegasus Hotel on March 10.

Merger of Industry and Agriculture a Strategic Move – Samuda

Strategic consultant and futurist, David Houle (left) makes a presentation to a group of business leaders attending a forum held at the Jamaica Promotions Corporation’s (JAMPRO) headquarters in New Kingston on March 10.

Private Sector Members Discuss Business Branding of Jamaica

Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries Minister, Hon. Karl Samuda (left), converses with Jamaica Exporters’ Association (JEA) President, Michelle Chong (centre), and Chief Executive Officer, Sandra Glasgow, during Thursday’s (March 10) media launch of the Expo Jamaica 2016 trade show, at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston. Mr. Samuda was the guest speaker.

Industry Minister Endorses Expo Jamaica 2016

Industry, Commerce and Agriculture Minister, Hon. Karl Samuda, speaks to the staff of the Agriculture division, at Hope Gardens, in Kingston, on March 9.

Samuda Looks Forward to Productive Relationship with Ministry Staff

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JAMPRO Hosts Strategic Foresight Forum

The Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) will be hosting a forum aimed at promoting strategic foresight and planning, in order to accelerate the pace of business and development in Jamaica. JAMPRO President, Diane Edwards, said the objective of the event, to be held on Thursday (March 10), “is to expand the thought process of decision-makers beyond focusing on short-term challenges and...

Minister of Industry, Commerce and Agriculture, Hon. Karl Samuda (left), is presented with his Instrument of Appointment by Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, during the swearing-in ceremony for Cabinet Ministers at King’s House on March 7.

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Govt Targets Caymanas Project in Job Creation Thrust

The Government will be placing focus on the build-out of the Caymanas enterprise zone as it looks to boost job creation. “We will work very closely with the Office of the Prime Minister on the development of the Caymanas enterprise zone where we are hoping to have a combination of local investment and foreign investment in that facility,” said new...

10 years ago Commerce

PSOJ President says new PM has sent Positive Signals

President of the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ), William Mahfood, says the new Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has sent “positive” signals in his commitment to engage crucial sectors in the society. According to Mr. Mahfood, the Prime Minister, in his inaugural speech on March 3 at King’s House, clearly stated that the mandate given to him by...

Executive Officer (CEO) of the Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ), Judith Ramlogan.

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COJ to Launch EBRF Soon

The Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) is to launch an electronic business registration form (EBRF), to facilitate a hassle-free and more convenient option to transacting business. “The electronic business registration form is just converting the manual form to an electronic version and this will allow you to register your business name or your company from wherever you are in the...

Chief Information Officer of the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) Andre Williams (left) and Acting Operations Manager, JCA, Owen Gayle, observe data on a laptop in the JCA’s server room. The JCA is implementing the Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDA), a web-based system designed to transform the agency to a paperless operation through the use of electronic documents.

10 years ago Commerce

Jamaica Customs Integrating Business Processes

A wide cross-section of entities are making it easier for Jamaicans to receive the products and services they need in the most cost effective and less troublesome way. This change is quietly taking place at the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) where the Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDA), a web-based system designed to transform the agency to a paperless operation...

10 years ago Commerce

Over 70 Entrepreneurs Benefitting from Training

Over 70 local and regional entrepreneurs and innovators are currently benefiting from training in product and business development skills under the Caribbean Green Tech Start-up Boot camp. The programme, which is an initiative of the Caribbean Climate Innovation Centre (CCIC) aims to identify and support Caribbean entrepreneurs and new ventures that are developing locally appropriate solutions to climate change mitigation...

President of Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Diane Edwards, speaking recently at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’.

10 years ago Commerce

Stability of Economy Continues to Drive Confidence – JAMPRO President

President of Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Diane Edwards, says stability of the macro economy has continued to result in an increase of business confidence within the country. Speaking with JIS News, Ms. Edwards said this confidence is manifested in the recent opening of one more Popeyes franchise in Cross Roads, Kingston; the opening of another Island Grill restaurant in Mandeville,...