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Local sauces are in high demand in the Diaspora.
Local sauces are in high demand in the Diaspora.

Agro-Processors and Food Manufacturers Urged to Tap into Export Market

Local agro-processors and food and beverage manufacturers are being encouraged to explore the many prospects for exporting Jamaican food products. “We continue to see demand for ready to eat products, not just from our Diaspora members, but also from mainstream...
Chair, Jamaica Day Planning Committee and Senior Education Officer in the Ministry of Education Youth’s Core Curriculum Unit, Marlon Williams, addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the agency’s Head Office in Kingston on Thursday (February 15).
Chair, Jamaica Day Planning Committee and Senior Education Officer in the Ministry of Education Youth’s Core Curriculum Unit, Marlon Williams, addresses a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the agency’s Head Office in Kingston on Thursday (February 15).

Two US Cities to Join in Jamaica Day Celebrations on Feb. 23
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivers the 2024/2025 Throne Speech in Gordon House on Thursday (February 15).
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, delivers the 2024/2025 Throne Speech in Gordon House on Thursday (February 15).

Jamaica Secured $4.5 Billion in Bilateral Assistance
Project Manager with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Krystal Lofters addresses the recent handover ceremony for the Jamaica Diaspora Engagement Model (JAM-DEM) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade in downtown Kingston.
Project Manager with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Krystal Lofters addresses the recent handover ceremony for the Jamaica Diaspora Engagement Model (JAM-DEM) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade in downtown Kingston.

JAM-DEM Portal Deemed Pivotal to Strengthening Ties with Jamaicans in the Diaspora
Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, addresses today’s (January 30), ceremony for the handover of the Jamaica Diaspora Engagement Model (JAM-DEM) portal, at the Ministry’s offices, downtown Kingston.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, addresses today’s (January 30), ceremony for the handover of the Jamaica Diaspora Engagement Model (JAM-DEM) portal, at the Ministry’s offices, downtown Kingston.

Government Expands Engagement with Jamaicans Overseas

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State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge.
Jamaican Diaspora

Jamaica Diaspora Conference Slated for June 16-19 in Montego Bay

Jamaicans abroad are being invited to attend the 10th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference from June 16 to 19. The four-day event, organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade and its Legacy Partners, is scheduled to take place in Montego Bay, St James. Minister of State, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, made the announcement during a recent radio interview on...
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State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge.
Foreign AffairsJamaican DiasporaVision 2030

Gov’t Committed to Deepening Diaspora Engagement

The Government is committed to deepening diaspora engagement, says State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge.   Speaking during the virtual discussion forum, ‘Let’s Connect with Ambassador Marks’, on Thursday (January 25), Mr. Terrelonge thanked members of the diaspora for their contributions to Jamaica in the form of their wealth of knowledge, skills, expertise...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge.
Jamaican Diaspora

Foreign Affairs State Minister to Connect With Diaspora on January 25

Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, will join Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks on her monthly online town hall on January 25. The upcoming edition of ‘Let’s Connect with Ambassador Marks’ will begin at 7:00 p.m. EST and persons wishing to participate can access the meeting...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge.
Jamaican Diaspora

Overseas Jamaicans Urged to Invest in the Country

Jamaican nationals living overseas are being encouraged to take advantage of the sustained growth in the economy by investing in the country. Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, in making the call, said that the country is experiencing unprecedented growth and development and “it is a great place to make some...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge.
Foreign AffairsJamaican DiasporaYouth

Government of Jamaica and Diaspora Enjoy Strategic Partnership

The Government of Jamaica (GoJ), the Global Jamaica Diaspora Council (GJDC) and its youth arm, the Global Jamaica Diaspora Youth Council (GJDYC) continue to work as strategic partners for growth and development of the country. While there are many voices across the diaspora, the GJDC and GJYDC are the mechanisms used to enhance diaspora engagement and implement the National Diaspora...
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Jamaican-born Mayor of Barking and Dagenham in the United Kingdom (UK), Councillor Donna Lumsden (left), is being introduced by teacher at Maverley Primary School in St. Andrew, Shanika Battiste, before addressing students. The mayor, who is a former student of Maverley Primary, stopped at the institution during her recent visit to the island.  
Jamaican Diaspora

Jamaican-Born UK Mayor Urges Students to Strive for Greatness

Jamaican-born Mayor of Barking and Dagenham in England, Councillor Donna Lumsden, has called on students at her alma mater, Maverley Primary School, to strive for greatness. The Mayor, who stopped at her former school in St. Andrew during her recent visit to the island, urged the students to believe in their ability to achieve success despite their circumstance. Sharing her...
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Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States (US), Her Excellency Audrey Marks, addresses the fundraising dinner of the Delaware Chapter of the Anchovy High School Alumni Association at the Jamaica Café Cuisine Restaurant in Middletown, Delaware on Saturday (December 9).
Jamaican DiasporaYouth

Ambassador Marks Urges Diaspora Alumni Support for Non-Traditional High Schools in Jamaica

Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks, is calling for greater diaspora support for non-traditional high schools that are responsible for the education of hundreds of thousands of youths in the building of Jamaica. Addressing the inaugural fundraising dinner of the Anchovy High School Past Students’ Association in Delaware on the weekend, Ambassador Marks pointed to the...
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