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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (centre), greets Associate Programme Officer in the Intellectual Property (IP) for Business Division, IP Innovation Ecosystems Sector at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Mariana Velasco (right), at the three-day launch of the Scaled-Up Intellectual Property (IP) Management Clinic. Looking on is Executive Director of the Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO), Lilyclaire Bellamy. The launch is being held at the ROK Hotel in downtown Kingston from September 8-10.

JIPO Launches Scaled-Up Intellectual Property Clinic for Entrepreneurs

The Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO) has launched a Scaled-Up Intellectual Property (IP) Management Clinic aimed at empowering local entrepreneurs to protect and leverage their intangible business assets. The four-month programme will strengthen the capacity of micro, small and medium-sized...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, shares a photo opportunity with key stakeholders during the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ)/Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Empower JA Forum at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Monday (September 7). From left are United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator in Jamaica, Dennis Zulu; PSOJ Executive Director, Sacha Vacciana-Riley; IDB Country Representative in Jamaica, Natacha Marzolf; PSOJ President, Patrick Hylton; and IDB Chief of Operations, Karisa Maia Ribeiro.

Minister Hill Urges Businesses to Build Bridges to Success

Export Research, Policy and Advocacy Manager, Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), Sheneecia Salmon, addresses participants during a recent Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) ‘Virtual Biz Zone’ webinar, where she provided guidance on strengthening quality systems and preparing products for international markets.

MSMEs Preparing to Enter Export Market Urged to Strengthen Quality Systems

Debt Recovery Unit Supervisor at the Students’ Loan Bureau, Corneilus Hylton, speaks at a JIS Think Tank on August 24, 2026.

Borrowers Can Benefit from Flexible Payment Arrangements Through SLB Debt Reset Initiative

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EXIM MSME Facility Disburses $630.9M in 2025

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, speaks at the launch of the upcoming BZR Weekend in October, at AC Hotel Kingston, on Wednesday (August 26)

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Thousands of Patrons Expected at BZR Weekend in October

The Government has projected that the upcoming BZR Weekend (WKND), set for Heroes weekend in Kingston, will welcome more than 50,000 patrons, including tourists, given that American rapper Cardi B will be the headline performer. This upcoming event, which is to be held over four days from October 16 to 19 at the National Stadium in Kingston, will also be...

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Over 40 Personnel Trained to Respond to Radiological Emergencies

More than 40 emergency responders and radiation safety trainees participated in a hands-on exercise aimed at strengthening their ability to safely manage incidents involving radioactive materials. The source recovery training exercise, hosted by the Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority (HSRA) at the University of the West Indies (UWI) on August 25, brought together 30 members of the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB)...

Director General of the Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority (HSRA), Dr. Cliff Riley, outlines plans to strengthen Jamaica

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National Response Plan Being Developed for Radiological Emergencies

The country’s ability to respond to radiological incidents and emergencies is being strengthened through the development of a national response plan and specialised training for key emergency-response agencies. Director General of the Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority (HSRA), Dr. Cliff Riley, said the initiative is being undertaken in collaboration with the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), the International...

Manager of the Marketing Services Unit at the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), Janine Fletcher-Taylor.

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Increased Visibility and Market Exposure for Fashion Entrepreneurs

Over the past two months, 25 Jamaican fashion entrepreneurs have been gaining increased visibility and market exposure, through the ‘Wear Jamaica Fi Summa’ campaign led by Things Jamaican™, the retail arm of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC). Aimed at increasing market access for local designers and transforming Jamaican fashion brands into household names, the campaign has showcased a wide...

State Minister in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Delano Seiveright (centre), poses with key stakeholders following a recent meeting at the Ministry

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New Kingston Revitalisation Plan Enters Implementation Phase

Plans to revitalise the New Kingston Business District are now moving into the implementation phase, with coordinated measures being undertaken to address homelessness, public safety, sanitation, and environmental concerns. The initiative, being spearheaded by State Minister in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Delano Seiveright, and Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, follows a recent meeting at the...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, delivers remarks during the South St. Catherine All-Island Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Meeting on Saturday (August 15) at Rooftop Chillinz Restaurant in Old Harbour.

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Businesses Encouraged to Improve Productivity and Explore New Markets

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, is encouraging Jamaican businesses and entrepreneurs to enhance productivity, build greater operational resilience, and expand their reach into regional and international markets. Senator Hill was speaking during the South St. Catherine All-Island Chamber of Commerce Luncheon Meeting, held on Saturday (August 15) at Rooftop Chillinz Restaurant in Old Harbour....

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (fourth right) is joined by members of the South St. Catherine Chamber of Commerce during the entity

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Businesses Encouraged to Take Advantage of Government Programmes

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, has highlighted a range of Government incentives and financing mechanisms available to businesses, to reduce operating costs, acquire productive equipment and support expansion. Senator Hill said programmes such as Productive Input Relief (PIR), along with financing from institutions including the National Export-Import Bank of Jamaica (EXIM Bank) and the...