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Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks (fifth right), shares the spotlight with members of the Jamaica Association of Maryland Independence Gala committee, during the organisation’s event at Martin’s West, on August 19.
Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks (fifth right), shares the spotlight with members of the Jamaica Association of Maryland Independence Gala committee, during the organisation’s event at Martin’s West, on August 19.

Ambassador Marks Lauds Contribution of Diaspora in Enhancing Nation’s Progress

Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks, has expressed deep gratitude to the Jamaican Diaspora, whose ceaseless contributions in a number of areas have enhanced the nation’s progress.   Addressing the Jamaica Association of Maryland’s 61st Anniversary Independence...
State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, delivers the keynote address at Tuesday’s (August 22) launch of Pepsi-Cola Jamaica (PCJ) ‘JamaICAN Flava’ campaign at Hope Gardens in Kingston. The JamaICAN Flava campaign marks the continuation of the company’s dedication to empowering young Jamaicans to turn up the volume on what makes them unique.
State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge, delivers the keynote address at Tuesday’s (August 22) launch of Pepsi-Cola Jamaica (PCJ) ‘JamaICAN Flava’ campaign at Hope Gardens in Kingston. The JamaICAN Flava campaign marks the continuation of the company’s dedication to empowering young Jamaicans to turn up the volume on what makes them unique.

PHOTOS: State Minister Terrelonge at Pepsi Cola Jamaica’s ‘JamaICAN FLAVA’ Campaign Launch
(FILE) The three newly retrofitted ambulances that were officially handed over to the Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA) on June 13.
(FILE) The three newly retrofitted ambulances that were officially handed over to the Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA) on June 13.

Jamaica to Receive 38 New Vehicles from Japan
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith.
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith.

Fewer Jamaicans Attempting to Illegally Enter the USA Via Mexico
Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Hon. Alando Terrelonge.

Jamaica Among Ideal Locations to Do Business – State Minister

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Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks, delivers her Independence message at the Atlanta Jamaica Association (AJA) Annual Independence Ball and Scholarship Awards, held at the Atlanta Airport Marriott Hotel, on Saturday, August 12.
Foreign Affairs

AJA Urged to Implement Uplift Programme

The Atlanta Jamaica Association (AJA) has been charged to implement a youth travel and mentorship programme – Upliftment, Learning and Intervention through Foreign Travel (UPLIFT). This was requested by Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks, as she addressed the organisation’s Annual Independence Ball and Scholarship Awards, held at the Atlanta Airport Marriott Hotel, on Saturday (August...
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Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang,
Foreign AffairsNational Security and Peace

Haitians Will Receive Support While Asylum Process Continues – Minister Chang

The 37 Haitians who landed in Portland in July will continue to receive the highest level of support while the legal process for asylum continues, says Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang. The Minister, who visited with the Haitians at a facility in Robins Bay, St. Mary, on Monday (August 14), said that through collaborative efforts involving several...
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Members of the Mudra Art Group perform during ‘Malang’ (‘Boundless Spirits’), an evening of Indian cultural dance, which was staged recently at the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Campus (November 21, 2022).
Foreign Affairs

Free Medical Camp and Bollywood Extravaganza to Celebrate India Week

A free medical camp and a Bollywood Extravaganza are among the activities being organised by the Indian High Commission to celebrate India Week from August 11 to 15. In an interview with JIS News, High Commissioner of India to Jamaica, His Excellency Masakui Rungsung, informed that this year’s activities will culminate with the celebration of India’s Independence Day on August...
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Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States (US), Audrey Marks, shares a photo opportunity with (from left), Deputy Administrator for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Paloma Adams-Allen, and new USAID Country representative for Jamaica, Dr. Jay Singh, at the swearing-in ceremony for Dr. Singh, held at the USAID headquarters in Washington DC.
Foreign Affairs

Ambassador Marks Calls on USAID to Increase Support to Jamaica

Ambassador to the United States (US), Audrey Marks, is calling for increased support from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) for critical projects, particularly in addressing crime. She noted that Jamaica’s project support has been reduced to US$60 million for the period 2020-2025 from US$123.4 million for 2013-2020. “We have made tremendous progress but we still need a...
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Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) reserves participate in a slow March Pass during their Passing Out Parade held at Curphey Barracks, Up Park Camp in Kingston on Saturday (July 2, 2022). A total of 92 recruits graduated after completing the Jamaica National Reserve (JNR) training programme.
CARICOMForeign AffairsOffice of the Prime Minister

Jamaica Prepared to Deploy Troops to Haiti

Jamaica is prepared to deploy troops to Haiti as part of a multinational response to deteriorating security conditions in the French-speaking island. Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, gave the commitment while responding to questions during the quarterly press conference at the Office of the Prime Minister on August 3. Prime Minister Holness said that Jamaica remains devoted to...
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