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EU LECTURE 3: Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, delivers remarks at the European Union (EU) in Jamaica 50th Anniversary Distinguished Lecture at the Regional Headquarters of the University of the West Indies (UWI) in Mona, St. Andrew on Friday (March 20).
EU LECTURE 3: Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, delivers remarks at the European Union (EU) in Jamaica 50th Anniversary Distinguished Lecture at the Regional Headquarters of the University of the West Indies (UWI) in Mona, St. Andrew on Friday (March 20).

EU-Jamaica Partnership Has Supported Development Goals – Senator Johnson Smith

Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Minister, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, says the partnership between Jamaica and the European Union (EU), spanning five decades, has supported the country’s development goals, while delivering real and tangible benefits to citizens. Addressing...
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, addresses Wednesday’s (March 18) Ministerial Briefing during Diplomatic Days 2026, at the Ministry’s offices in downtown Kingston.
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, addresses Wednesday’s (March 18) Ministerial Briefing during Diplomatic Days 2026, at the Ministry’s offices in downtown Kingston.

Jamaica’s CARICOM Chairmanship Advances Regional Integration
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith (left), receives Letters of Credence from Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Panama to Jamaica, Her Excellency Elida Alcedo de Arosemena, at the Ministry’s offices in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (March 17).
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith (left), receives Letters of Credence from Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Panama to Jamaica, Her Excellency Elida Alcedo de Arosemena, at the Ministry’s offices in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (March 17).

PHOTOS: Minister Johnson Smith Receives Credentials from Envoys of Panama, Türkiye, Qatar, and Malta
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, receives Letters of Credence from High Commissioner-designate of the Republic of Rwanda to Jamaica, His Excellency Martin Ngoga, at the Ministry’s offices in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (March 17).
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, receives Letters of Credence from High Commissioner-designate of the Republic of Rwanda to Jamaica, His Excellency Martin Ngoga, at the Ministry’s offices in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (March 17).

PHOTOS: Minister Johnson Smith Welcomes New Envoys from Lesotho and Rwanda
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, converses with Ambassador-designate of the Hellenic Republic of Greece to Jamaica, His Excellency Efthymios Efthymiades, at the Ministry’s offices in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (March 17).
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, converses with Ambassador-designate of the Hellenic Republic of Greece to Jamaica, His Excellency Efthymios Efthymiades, at the Ministry’s offices in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (March 17).

PHOTOS: Minister Johnson Smith Receives Letters of Credence from Greek Ambassador-Designate

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Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, addresses Wednesday’s (March 18) Ministerial Briefing, held as part of Diplomatic Days 2026 at the Ministry’s headquarters in downtown Kingston.
Foreign Affairs

Jamaica Reaffirms Commitment to Stronger Partnerships with Diplomatic Corps

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, has reaffirmed Jamaica’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with members of the diplomatic corps to address shared priorities and challenges. She made the pledge while addressing the Ministerial Briefing on Wednesday (March 18), held during Diplomatic Days 2026 at the Ministry’s headquarters in downtown Kingston. “We are committed...
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Patrons enjoying the festivities at the annual Holi festival held on the grounds of Hope Gardens in St. Andrew on Sunday (March 8).
CultureForeign Affairs

Hundreds Celebrate India’s Festival of Colours

Hundreds of patrons came together in the spirt of friendship, joy and unity on Sunday (March 8) as the Indian community in Jamaica celebrated Holi – the festival of colours. The annual event was organised by the Indian High Commission with the support of Indian Cultural Society in Jamaica. Festival goers danced and sang as they covered each other with...
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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton.
Foreign AffairsHealth & Wellness

Jamaica-Cuba Eye Care Programme Will Continue – Dr. Tufton

The Jamaica-Cuba Eye Care Programme will continue, despite the conclusion of the technical cooperation agreement between the Government of Jamaica and the Government of Cuba. The assurance was given by Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, during a hybrid press briefing on Monday (March 9). He said that the Ministry understands and fully appreciates the benefits...
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Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton.
Foreign AffairsHealth & Wellness

Health Ministry Implements Contingency Plan Following End of Cuba Technical Cooperation Agreement

The Ministry of Health and Wellness will introduce short-term interventions to maintain health service delivery following the recent conclusion of the Technical Cooperation agreement between the Government of Jamaica and the Government of Cuba. Addressing a press briefing on Monday (March 9), Portfolio Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, advised that regional health authorities will activate contingency measures to maintain...
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