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President of Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Shullette Cox, says investors looking to do business in Jamaica will benefit from various opportunities made available through financial support and partnerships with local businesses.
President of Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Shullette Cox, says investors looking to do business in Jamaica will benefit from various opportunities made available through financial support and partnerships with local businesses.

Investors Will Benefit from Partnerships with Local Businesses – JAMPRO

Investors looking to do business in Jamaica will benefit from various opportunities made available through financial support and partnerships with local businesses. President of Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Shullette Cox, noted that financing is becoming a more frequent occurrence, not...
Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn, addresses day one of the Meeting of the Caribbean Spectrum Management Task Force (SMTF) , which opened at the Iberostar Hotel in St. James, on February 6. The meeting concludes on February 8.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn, addresses day one of the Meeting of the Caribbean Spectrum Management Task Force (SMTF) , which opened at the Iberostar Hotel in St. James, on February 6. The meeting concludes on February 8.

Government Wants a Digital Society
Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn, addresses the British Council’s Investment Climate Reform (ICR) Facility Project Closeout Ceremony, held on (February 3) at the Spanish Court Hotel in New Kingston.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn, addresses the British Council’s Investment Climate Reform (ICR) Facility Project Closeout Ceremony, held on (February 3) at the Spanish Court Hotel in New Kingston.

Progress Being Made in Developing Social Enterprise Legislation
Assistant Manager, Business Advisory Services, Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Keera Walters.
Assistant Manager, Business Advisory Services, Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Keera Walters.

Tax Talk for Registered Businesses
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, addressing stakeholders at a Rebranding and Quality Recognition Ceremony, held at the AC Hotel by Marriott in Kingston, on Wednesday (January 18).
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, addressing stakeholders at a Rebranding and Quality Recognition Ceremony, held at the AC Hotel by Marriott in Kingston, on Wednesday (January 18).

Industry, Investment and Commerce Ministry’s 2023 Strategic Objectives Outlined

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Chief Executive Officer, Consumer Affairs Commission, Dolsie Allen.
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National Consumer Protection and Welfare Policy Development Nearing Completion

The National Consumer Protection and Welfare Policy, being developed by the Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), is nearing completion. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the CAC, Dolsie Allen, told JIS News that the Policy, which is expected to be implemented this year, is “more than 85 per cent complete”. She informed that it will be used to govern the operations of...
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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (centre), speaks about the second trade mission to Guyana, which will take place from January 23 to 28. He was addressing a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank on January 12. Minister Hill is flanked by President (Acting) of the Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Shullette Cox (left) and Chief Executive Officer at Konnexx Services Limited, Dean Nevers.
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Senator Hill to Lead Second Trade Mission to Guyana

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, will head Jamaica’s 60-member delegation to Guyana from January 23 to 28 for a second trade mission. The visit will focus on strengthening previously established partnerships with Guyanese businesses as well as increasing trade and investment opportunities between the two countries. Addressing a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank...
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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (right), receives a package from the Director, Coffee Traders Limited, Jacqueline Sharp, during the 2023 staging of Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Day at Café Blue in St. Andrew, on Monday (January 9).
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JAMPRO Looking to Bolster Coffee Exports

Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) is working with key stakeholders to position the country’s Blue Mountain Coffee as a luxury brand that will drive demand and increase exports. For the past five years, JAMPRO has partnered with the Jamaica Coffee Exporters’ Association (JCEA) and the Jamaica Agricultural Commodities Regulatory Authority (JACRA) to heighten awareness of this iconic, luxury brew among indigenous...
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Director of Communications, Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Latoya Halstead.
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Consumers Urged to Practice Safety Measures During Holiday Shopping

Consequent on increased festivities marking the Christmas and New Year holidays, the Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging persons to practice safety measures as they go out to shop. Director of Communications at CAC, Latoya Halstead, told JIS News that citizens should be conscious of their surroundings and what is happening around them. “I'm not saying you’re to be acting...
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Chief Executive Officer, Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Dolsie Allen, speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank.
Commerce

Consumers Urged to Avoid Buyer’s Remorse

As consumers go out to shop this Yuletide season, they are being urged to protect themselves against buyer’s remorse. This is a feeling of regret or anxiety after a purchase is made. Chief Executive Officer, Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Dolsie Allen, informed that the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) speaks to the change of mind after a purchase is made and...
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Director of Communications, Consumer Affairs Commission, Latoya Halstead, speaks at a recent JIS ‘Think Tank’ in Kingston.
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Consumers Advised Not to Accept Cash Register Tapes as Receipts

As consumers continue to shop during the Yuletide season, the Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is advising shoppers not to accept poorly documented cash register tapes as substitutes for receipts from vendors. Cash register tapes vary from store to store but generally contain the merchant’s details, including a GCT number, store’s refund or exchange policy and limited information about the items...
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Director of Communications, Consumer Affairs Commission, Latoya Halstead, speaks at a recent JIS ‘Think Tank’ in Kingston.
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No Refund/No Exchange Signs Hold No Power – CAC

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is advising consumers not to be deterred by signs such as ‘No Refund/No Exchange’ or ‘If you break it, you buy it’, when they go into stores to shop this holiday season. “Those signs are exactly what they are – signs. They hold no power,” said Communications Director, CAC, Latoya Halstead, during a recent JIS...
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