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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second right), examines the new iPad tablets customers will use in the banking hall of the renovated Scotiabank Centre in downtown Kingston, which the Prime Minister reopened, on Thursday (December 10). With the Prime Minister (from left) are Opposition Spokesman on Finance, Planning and the Public Service, Julian Robinson; Chairman, Scotia Group Jamaica, Jeffrey Hall; President and Chief Executive Officer, Scotia Group Jamaica, David Noel and Executive Vice President, Retail Banking, Scotiabank, Audrey Tugwell Henry.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (second right), examines the new iPad tablets customers will use in the banking hall of the renovated Scotiabank Centre in downtown Kingston, which the Prime Minister reopened, on Thursday (December 10). With the Prime Minister (from left) are Opposition Spokesman on Finance, Planning and the Public Service, Julian Robinson; Chairman, Scotia Group Jamaica, Jeffrey Hall; President and Chief Executive Officer, Scotia Group Jamaica, David Noel and Executive Vice President, Retail Banking, Scotiabank, Audrey Tugwell Henry.

PM Says Jamaicans Should Embrace Digital Technology And Commerce

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has emphasised that Jamaicans should embrace digital technology and commerce, and that there is commitment to financial inclusion for all Jamaicans. “All banks and the Government have committed to financial inclusion, meaning that...
Regional Officer at the Consumer Affairs Commission, Richard Rowe.
Regional Officer at the Consumer Affairs Commission, Richard Rowe.

Consumers Encouraged To Use Proper Channels To Seek Redress
Regional Officer at the Consumer Affairs Commission, Richard Rowe.
Regional Officer at the Consumer Affairs Commission, Richard Rowe.

Consumers Must Demand Receipts – CAC
Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn​.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn​.

Gov’t Committed To Supporting MSMEs – Dr. Dunn

St. James Street in Mo’bay Declared No-vending

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Government Secures Partnership to Expand E-Commerce Opportunities for MSMEs

The Government of Jamaica has partnered with two (2) international firms to deliver digital marketing solutions and e-commerce opportunities to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as a mechanism to cope with the impact of physical distancing and other restrictive measures due to the COVID 19 pandemic. This digitalization programme is being spearheaded by the Ministry of Industry, Investment and...
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Trade Administrator and Chief Executive Officer of the Trade Board Limited, Douglas Webster, speaks at a recent JIS Think Tank.
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Trade Board Increases Contact With Stakeholders Through Online Platform

The Trade Board Limited (TBL) says it is increasing its engagement with stakeholders, following the recent implementation of its online export and import facilitation platform in June this year. The platform was executed under the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC) initiative – Jamaica Single Window for Trade (JSWIFT). JSWIFT is a one-stop shop facility designed to provide fully...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, the Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn speaking at a Jamaica Information Service Think Tank session on October 30.
Commerce

Over 8,000 Permits Approved Through JSWIFT Since June

Over 8000 import and export permits have been approved by the Trade Board Limited, through the Jamaica Single Window for Trade (JSWIFT) portal, since June 2020. JSWIFT is a single electronic platform providing fully automated access to all cross-border regulatory agencies, enabling traders and their representatives to transact all businesses online. The one-stop-shop allows importers and exporters to apply for...
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Trade Administrator and Chief Executive Officer of the Trade Board Limited (TBL), Douglas Webster, addressing a Jamaica Information Service Think Tank session on October 30.
Commerce

15,000 Persons from 149 Countries Visit JTIP

Almost 15,000 persons from 149 countries have visited the Jamaica Trade Information Portal (JTIP), since its launch in 2019. JTIP is a single authoritative source for trade information relating to import-export regulations, requirements, and processes. Speaking at a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank session on October 30, Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr....
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Jamaica Chamber of Commerce President, Lloyd Distant Jr.
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JCC President says COVID-19 has Highlighted Vulnerability of Informal Economy

Jamaica Chamber of Commerce (JCC) President, Lloyd Distant Jr., says the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has highlighted the need for more businesses to be brought into the formal economy. He said that Government could help these informal operators make the transition, by implementing policy measures. Speaking during the Rotary Club of Kingston’s digital meeting on Thursday (October 8),...
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Member of Parliament for North East Manchester, Hon. Audley Shaw (left), emphasises a point during a meeting with Custos of Manchester. Garfield Green (right); and Members of Parliament (MPs) for the parish held in Williamsfield on Thursday (September 24). Member of Parliament for South Manchester, Robert Chin, listens.
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Minister Shaw Focused on Education and Training of Youth in Manchester

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce and Member of Parliament (MP) for North East Manchester, Hon. Audley Shaw, says the provision of education and training opportunities for young people is his top priority. He was addressing a meeting with Custos of Manchester, Hon. Garfield Green, and MPs for the parish, held in Williamsfield on Thursday (September 24), to outline plans...
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Chief Executive Officer, Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC), Dolsie Allen, emphasises a point at a recent JIS ‘Think Tank’.
Commerce

Consumers Encouraged to use Options to Shop Safely

The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging consumers to utilise the various options available to do their regular shopping safely as the country deals with the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Speaking on the JIS Television programme, ‘Get the Facts’, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the CAC, Dolsie Allen, said in order to minimise outdoor activities, consumers should ensure they...
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