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Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Dr. Ronald Robinson, has said that the integrated risk assessment methodology, Risk and Vulnerability Assessment Methodology Development Project (RiVAMP), is critical to addressing issues of climate and environmental change in Jamaica. Pointing to the assessment which will be undertaken in resort areas, he noted that it will...

The World Bank says it can help CARICOM increase its resilience to climate change, with innovative financing and low carbon growth strategies that include a focus on reducing the cost and increasing the efficiency of energy in the region. World Bank Group President, Robert B. Zoellick The Bank's private sector arm, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), is exploring opportunities to...

United Kingdom (UK)-based sugar processing and marketing company Tate and Lyle has expressed "very strong" interest in investing in Jamaica's sugar industry, Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Audley Shaw has said. He made the revelation today (March 11) at the Jamaica Trade and Invest (JTI) UK-Jamaica Investment Forum at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in London. Mr. Shaw,...

Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon Audley Shaw, left Jamaica March 9 for London, where he will participate in the 2010 Jamaica-United Kingdom Investment Forum, March 10 to 12. Mr. Shaw is one of the main presenters and will address the forum on Jamaica's macroeconomic and investment climate. He is accompanied by Governor of the Bank of Jamaica...

The Government has been given the go-ahead to ratify the agreement establishing the Caribbean Aviation Safety and Security Oversight System (CASSOS). Cabinet gave the approval at its sitting held on Wednesday, March 3. Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister, with responsibility for Information, Telecommunications and Special Projects, Hon. Daryl Vaz, explained that CASSOS is aimed at...

A unique programme to take Caribbean food and drink on a culinary tour across the United Kingdom (UK), was launched in London, yesterday (March 9), at a special ceremony, held at the Jamaican High Commission. Chief Executive Officer of World Foods and founder of the event, Mr. Derek Morrison, told JIS News that the initiative, which was started in the...

The United States (U.S.) Congress has posthumously honoured the late Vice Chancellor Emeritus of the University of the West Indies (UWI), Professor Rex Nettleford O.M. for his outstanding contribution to Jamaica, the Caribbean and the U.S. A congressional proclamation issued by U.S. Congresswoman, Ms. Yvette Clarke, was presented to UWI Chancellor, Sir George Alleyne, at a memorial service held on...

Newly appointed, Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Advocate for Gender Justice, Dr. Rosina Wiltshire, has called for further strengthening of institutions addressing gender-based violence in the region. Dr. Wiltshire will have oversight for the CARICOM Gender-based violence programme, which seeks to develop a more co-ordinated and integrated approach to reducing violence in the region. The programme is being funded under the CARICOM/Spain...

Minister of National Security, Senator Dwight Nelson, has described the findings contained in the recent International Narcotics Control Strategy Report (INCSR) as an inaccurate depiction of Jamaica's efforts to combat drugs and organised crime. The report, compiled by the Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the United States' Department of State, asserted that the Government's anti-corruption and...

Stakeholders in the Caribbean banking sector will gather in Jamaica for three days later this month, to identify best practices for addressing bank insolvency issues, when the Jamaica Deposit Insurance Corporation (JDIC) stages its inaugural Caribbean Bank Insolvency Conference. Titled 'Bank Insolvency in the Caribbean: Law and Best Practice,' the conference is slated for the Rose Hall Resort and Spa...

For several decades, the Overseas Employment Programme has been like a silver lining for many Jamaicans, particularly farm workers, providing them the opportunity to improve their lives. The programme has also been a significant contributor to the Jamaican economy, as a result of the frequent inflow of foreign exchange, being sent home by workers to their loved ones. This year,...

Senator the Hon. Marlene Malahoo Forte, Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, has been honoured as a Young Global Leader (YGL). The honour, bestowed each year by the World Economic Forum, recognises the most distinguished young leaders below the age of 40 from around the world for their professional accomplishments, commitment to society and...