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Justice Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck (left), and Ambassador of the United States of America (USA) to Jamaica, His Excellency Nick Perry, raise their glasses in a toast to commemorate the USA’s 246th anniversary of Independence, during a reception held on June 28 at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, in New Kingston.
Justice Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck (left), and Ambassador of the United States of America (USA) to Jamaica, His Excellency Nick Perry, raise their glasses in a toast to commemorate the USA’s 246th anniversary of Independence, during a reception held on June 28 at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, in New Kingston.

US Milestone Celebrated

This year marks the United States of America’s (USA) 246th anniversary of Independence, and the milestone was celebrated with a reception on June 28 at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston. The event also featured the traditional United States...
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Ambassador Sheila Monteith (left), signs a Joint Communiqué with Head of the South Africa Delegation, Ambassador Maud Dhlomo, following consultations to enhance relations between the countries and promote dialogue and cooperation that further strengthens the bonds of friendship. The ceremony was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade in Kingston on Tuesday (June 28).
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Ambassador Sheila Monteith (left), signs a Joint Communiqué with Head of the South Africa Delegation, Ambassador Maud Dhlomo, following consultations to enhance relations between the countries and promote dialogue and cooperation that further strengthens the bonds of friendship. The ceremony was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade in Kingston on Tuesday (June 28).

Jamaica And South Africa Deepening Relations
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Ambassador Sheila Sealy Monteith (left), High Commissioner of the Republic of South Africa to Jamaica, Her Excellency Lunka Yengeni (centre), and Deputy Director General, Americas and Europe, Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), South Africa, Ambassador Maud Dhlomo, at the inaugural political consultation between Jamaica and South Africa, at the Ministry’s offices in downtown Kingston, on Tuesday (June 28).
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Ambassador Sheila Sealy Monteith (left), High Commissioner of the Republic of South Africa to Jamaica, Her Excellency Lunka Yengeni (centre), and Deputy Director General, Americas and Europe, Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), South Africa, Ambassador Maud Dhlomo, at the inaugural political consultation between Jamaica and South Africa, at the Ministry’s offices in downtown Kingston, on Tuesday (June 28).

Bond Between Jamaica And South Africa Significant – Ambassador Sealy Monteith

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India’s High Commissioner to Jamaica, His Excellency Rungsung Masakui.
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PBCJ Makes First Documentary On Indians In Jamaica

The first documentary on the history of Indians in Jamaica has been made by the Public Broadcasting Corporation of Jamaica (PBCJ) and the High Commission of India (HCI). Titled, ‘Courage and Purpose - From the Mainland to the Diaspora and Back,’ it begins with the arrival of Indians as indentured labourers over 176 years ago. The event, premiered Saturday (June...
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Hon. Alando Terrelonge (centre) is joined by Ambassador of Japan to Jamaica, His Excellency, Masaya Fujiwara (right) and the 2022 Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassador Mr. Kazumi Utoguchi during a recent event held to celebrate Mr. Utoguchi’s appointment. The event was held at the Ambassador’s residence in Kingston.
Foreign Affairs

PHOTOS: Celebration For Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassador

Minister of State in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Hon. Alando Terrelonge (centre) is joined by Ambassador of Japan to Jamaica, His Excellency, Masaya Fujiwara (right) and the 2022 Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassador Mr. Kazumi Utoguchi during a recent event held to celebrate Mr. Utoguchi’s appointment. The event was held at the Ambassador’s residence in Kingston.
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Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Leslie Campbell, officially opens the Jamaica 60 Diaspora Conference during a ceremony held at the Ministry in downtown Kingston on Tuesday (June 14), which was streamed online.
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Diaspora Policy Heading to Parliament Very Soon

The Draft National Diaspora Policy, which has been approved by Cabinet, is expected to be presented to Parliament within the next two weeks. The policy outlines a foundational framework for deeper diaspora engagement and is aligned with the goals articulated in the National Development Plan Vision 2030. The details were presented by State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs...
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Chairman of the Jamaica 60 Diaspora Conference, Senator Don Wehby welcomes participants during the opening ceremony on June 14 at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade in Kingston.
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Diaspora Conference an Opportunity to Acknowledge Contribution of Overseas Jamaicans

The Jamaica 60 Diaspora Conference presents the Government with an opportunity to publicly acknowledge the work and contributions made by the Jamaican living overseas, especially in economic recovery efforts. Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, in a virtual presentation during Tuesday’s (June 14) official opening of the conference at the Ministry’s downtown Kingston...
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State Minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Leslie Campbell, speaking at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank held at the agency’s head office in Kingston.
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Thanksgiving Services For Jamaica 60 Diaspora Conference

Jamaicans at home and abroad can participate in two thanksgiving services this weekend for the upcoming Jamaica 60 Diaspora Conference. The first service will be held on Saturday, June 11, at Apple Creek Seventh-day Adventist Church in Markham, Canada, beginning at 11:00 a.m. while the other will take place on Sunday, June 12, at Waltham Park New Testament Church of...
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