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Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge (centre), addresses the hybrid launch of the Jamaica Diaspora Mentorship Academy (JDMA), at the Ministry’s downtown Kingston location on Monday (October 28). He is flanked by Acting Director of Diaspora Affairs, Tracey A. Blackwood (left), and Advisor, Zayne Hull.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge (centre), addresses the hybrid launch of the Jamaica Diaspora Mentorship Academy (JDMA), at the Ministry’s downtown Kingston location on Monday (October 28). He is flanked by Acting Director of Diaspora Affairs, Tracey A. Blackwood (left), and Advisor, Zayne Hull.

Jamaica Diaspora Mentorship Academy Officially Launched

The Jamaica Diaspora Mentorship Academy (JDMA) is now in operation, with the objective of providing holistic support for Jamaica’s youth, empowering them to contribute to the country’s development. The academy, which comprises experienced professionals across various fields, will fill an...
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill

Industry Minister Congratulates Grenadian Lab
Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks (right), is surprised with the presentation of a photograph of her receiving the National Honour, the Order of Jamaica (OJ), from Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, on National Heroes Day (October 21), at King’s House in Kingston. The photograph was presented by the Head of Accreditation at the Embassy of Jamaica in Washington DC, Dameon Eunick.
Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks (right), is surprised with the presentation of a photograph of her receiving the National Honour, the Order of Jamaica (OJ), from Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, on National Heroes Day (October 21), at King’s House in Kingston. The photograph was presented by the Head of Accreditation at the Embassy of Jamaica in Washington DC, Dameon Eunick.

PHOTOS: Jamaica Embassy Staff Congratulate Ambassador Marks
Director General, Planning Institute of Jamaica, Dr. Wayne Henry.
Director General, Planning Institute of Jamaica, Dr. Wayne Henry.

PIOJ Director General Encourages Young People to Dream Big
Prime Minister , Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses Sandals Resorts International’s Mega Showcase, which was held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on Wednesday (October 16).
Prime Minister , Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addresses Sandals Resorts International’s Mega Showcase, which was held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on Wednesday (October 16).

Gov’t Proactive in Promoting Brand Jamaica

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British High Commissioner to Jamaica, Her Excellency Judith Slater, points to the UK-JA Mural, which was unveiled this morning (October 16) in the Kingston Creative Art District. Looking on (from left) are United Kingdom (UK) Minister for Latin America and the Caribbean, Baroness Jennifer Chapman; Artist, Michael Elliott; and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Denzil Thorpe. The mural, titled ‘Tale of Two Cities’ showcases the vibrant collaboration between art and diplomacy and celebrates the cultural ties and creativity of both countries.
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PHOTOS: Tale of Two Cities Mural

British High Commissioner to Jamaica, Her Excellency Judith Slater, points to the UK-JA Mural, which was unveiled this morning (October 16) in the Kingston Creative Art District. Looking on (from left) are United Kingdom (UK) Minister for Latin America and the Caribbean, Baroness Jennifer Chapman; Artist, Michael Elliott; and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport,...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (centre), and United Kingdom (UK) Minister for Latin America and the Caribbean, Baroness Jennifer Chapman (third right), display a signed agreement for a feasibility study for the National Stadium Redevelopment Project. Occasion was a press conference at the Culture Ministry in New Kingston on Tuesday (October 15) to provide an update on the project. They are joined by (from left) Supernumerary Permanent Secretary in the Culture Ministry, Dean-Roy Bernard; Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith; Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr. the Hon. Nigel Clarke; British High Commissioner to Jamaica, Judith Slater; and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Denzil Thorpe.
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National Stadium Redevelopment Moves Forward

The Government has accepted a proposal from United Kingdom (UK) firms Ryder Architecture and CAA ICON for the redevelopment of the National Stadium in Kingston. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olvia Grange, made the disclosure at a press conference at her New Kingston offices on Tuesday (October 15) to provide an update on the project. The entities...
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Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, addresses the Senate’s sitting on October 11.
Foreign Affairs

Jamaican Consulate in New York Incorporating AI Technology to Enhance Service Delivery

The Jamaican Consulate General in New York will be incorporating the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in its operations to significantly enhance client service delivery. Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, says the AI bot, provisionally named ‘Jacob’, is now being tested. “It’s a closed system. It’s not a system that taps...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, delivers remarks during Friday’s (October 11) Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme Alumni Association (JETAA) Jamaica Conference, held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston.
Foreign Affairs

JET Programme to Be Expanded to Include Sports Education

Plans are advanced to expand the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme, to include sports education. The JET programme offers highly qualified university graduates the opportunity to work as Assistant Language Teachers or Coordinators for International Relations in selected local government offices in Japan. Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, said...
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Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Ambassador Sheila Sealy Monteith, applaud after unveiling the Ministry’s first Citizen’s Charter, during a ceremony at the Ministry, Port Royal Street, in downtown Kingston, on October 10.
Foreign Affairs

Foreign Affairs Ministry Unveils First Citizen’s Charter

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade has unveiled its first Citizen’s Charter. It was unveiled on Thursday (October 10), during Customer Service Excellence Week, at the Ministry, Port Royal Street, in downtown Kingston. Portfolio Minister, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, said launching of the document is a signal of the Ministry’s commitment to deliver consistent and excellent...
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