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President of the Jamaica Promotions Corporation, Shullette Cox.

35 More Processes to Be Added to Jamaica Business Platform

The Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) will collaborate with key partners to introduce an additional 35 government processes to the ‘Jamaica Business Gateway’ over the next two years. The virtual platform, which was launched by JAMPRO on Wednesday (May 17) at...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (centre), is greeted by President of Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Shullette Cox, ahead of the launch of the ‘Jamaica Business Gateway’ virtual platform held at the AC Hotel by Marriott in Kingston on Wednesday, May 17. At left is Director General of the Planning Institute of Jamaica, Dr. Wayne Henry.

JAMPRO Launches Online Portal for Companies to Do Business with Government

Industry, Investment, and Commerce Minister, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (second left) listens to a comment from Group Export Manager, Wisynco Group Limited, Stephen Dawkins (second right), during the ‘Step Up Export with Trade Agreements’ seminar held on Tuesday (May 16) at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Regional Headquarters in Kingston. Others sharing in the conversation (from left) are Trade Administrator/Chief Executive Officer, The Trade Board Limited, Dr. Hugh Blake; Chair, Trade Facilitation Board Sub-Committee of the Trade Board Limited, Daenia Ashpole and Minister of State in the Ministry, Hon. Norman Dunn.

Exporters Urged to Make Use of Preferential Trade Agreements

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (right), and Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams (left), sample cuisine prepared at the Liguanea branch of Pizza Please! Restaurant, following the location’s official opening on Saturday (May 13). Looking on are Pizza Please! Director of Operations and Development, Dr. Anthony Claire (second left), and Owner and Director, Pietro Giuliani. The new outlet is located at Shop 16, Liguanea Plaza, Old Hope Road.

PHOTOS: Ministers Aubyn Hill And Fayval Williams Attend Pizza Please! Liguanea Branch Opening

Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Acting) at the Companies Office of Jamaica, Heather Sutherland, outlines the achievements of the agency over the 2022/2023 financial year during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.

COJ Business Mobile Goes to Eastern Jamaica This Month

Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) President, John Mahfood.

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Jamaica Ripe for Investment – MAHFOOD

President of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), John Mahfood, says the Jamaican economy is ripe for business and is urging investors to take advantage of the many opportunities that are available. Addressing the opening ceremony of the Expo Jamaica 2023 tradeshow on April 27 at the National Indoor Sports Centre in Kingston, Mr. Mahfood outlined several indicators, which...

Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Acting), Companies Office of Jamaica, Heather Sutherland, speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the Agency’s head office in Kingston, on Tuesday (April 25).

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COJ Announces Plans for Fiscal Year 2023/24

The Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) is looking to enhance its products and services during fiscal year 2023/24, to boost customer satisfaction. Details of this undertaking were shared by the entity’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Acting), Heather Sutherland, who participated in a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the Agency’s head office in Kingston, on Tuesday (April 25). Ms....

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Industry Minister Commends Sherwin-Williams

The paint manufacturing company Sherwin-Williams is being hailed for its entrepreneurial and community outreach values by Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill. Minister Hill, who was speaking at the company’s unveiling of its 50th Anniversary Logo, and factory tour in White Marl, St. Catherine on April 26, said people stay at Sherwin-Williams because “they can...

Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn, addressing Wednesday’s (April 26) Intellectual Property (IP) Power Brunch at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston.

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JIPO Undertaking Activities to Facilitate the Use and Protection of Intellectual Property

The Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO) will be undertaking several activities during fiscal year 2023/24 to facilitate the use and protection of intellectual property locally. The initiatives include launching a technology innovation support centre as well as a women’s innovation network. This was disclosed by Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, under which JIPO falls,...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill.

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Senate Passes NCRA Bill

The Senate has approved legislation to establish the National Compliance and Regulatory Authority (NCRA) as a statutory body to carry out the regulatory functions previously discharged by the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ). In 2018, Cabinet gave approval for the separation of the regulatory functions of the BSJ and for those duties to be undertaken by the NCRA. Minister of...

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia “Babsy” Grange (centre), and Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn, is greeted by CEO of JACANA, Alexandra Chong, during an event at Island Village in Ocho Rios, St. Ann, on Thursday, April 20, in recognition of International Cannabis Day.

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Ministry Continues to Advocate for Inclusion of More Farmers in Cannabis Industry

The Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce continues to advocate for the inclusion of more Jamaican farmers in the cultivation of ganja as part of efforts to develop the sector and tap into its potential economic benefits. State Minister in the Ministry, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn, has said that the Government’s Alternative Development Programme (ADP) is a key initiative...

Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) Vice President in charge of Investment and Linkages, Norman Naar, speaking during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the Agency’s head office in Kingston.

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JAMPRO Endorses ‘Ahead of the Curve’ Theme for Outsource2Jamaica Conference

Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) has endorsed the theme for the upcoming Outsource2Jamaica Conference and commended the organisers for selecting one reflecting current developments in the outsourcing industry. The conference, being organised by the Global Services Association of Jamaica (GSAJ), is slated for May 10 and 11 at the Jewels Grande Montego Bay All-Inclusive Resort and Spa in St. James, under...