Finance Minister to ‘Connect’ with Jamaicans in the US on Jan. 30

Minister of Finance and Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, will be the special guest for the upcoming “Let’s Connect” virtual town hall, hosted by Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks.  

The  session, scheduled for Thursday (Jan. 30), at 7:00 PM EDT, comes at a crucial time as Jamaica unveils ambitious new investment opportunities worth billions. 

These include the Government’s planned divestment of its $10 billion stake in TransJamaican Highway Limited, strategic offloading of business process outsourcing (BPO) assets currently held by the Port Authority of Jamaica, and the anticipated initial public offering from WIP Energy Limited. 

Amid evolving United States (US) immigration policies, the town hall will also feature prominent Jamaican immigration attorneys Sekou Clarke and Andrew Francis. 

The legal experts will provide crucial guidance on citizenship applications, visa processes, residency matters, and deportation policies. 

“The Jamaican diaspora has been the bedrock of our nation’s development,” said Ambassador Marks, highlighting the critical importance of maintaining transparent communication channels with Jamaicans abroad.  

“Through this forum, we’re committed to providing our people with direct access to the most current and accurate information about their homeland,” she added. 

The “Let’s Connect” virtual series has emerged as a vital bridge between Jamaica’s diplomatic mission and its citizens in the US. 

It facilitates direct dialogue between the diaspora and the Ambassador on matters relating to their daily life, to updates on government policies and Embassy initiatives.

The series regularly features high-profile guests, including Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, Ministers of Government, US Government officials, key figures from various international organisations, and influential members of the Jamaican diaspora.