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March 24 is observed annually as World Tuberculosis Day. With over 1.7 million deaths caused by Tuberculosis each year, this day brings awareness to a global epidemic and reminds us that we must work collaboratively to eradicate Tuberculosis worldwide. This reminder is manifested in this year's theme "We simply must stop TB" which encourages all people- those affected as well...

March 08, 2008 we pay tribute to our women around the world and hold them as examples of hope, strength and compassion. It is indeed my privilege to honour the courage of our women worldwide, but most significantly our Jamaican women who have played transformative roles in our society. International Women's Day reminds us that the empowerment of our women...

Jamaica is pleased to join other members in commemorating the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Commonwealth of Nations under the theme "The Commonwealth at 60 - Serving a New Generation". The Commonwealth is an organization of enduring importance, unique in its existence since it is not based on a charter, treaty or other legal instrument but by a...

The annual commemoration of International Women's Day, presents an opportunity for us to salute the singular achievements of our women, in all spheres of national life. While a day such as this, represents but a mere token of appreciation for the significant extent of our women's daily contributions; it allows us to pay tribute to them in a special way....

Introduction I acknowledge, with humility, the honour that has been conferred on me and I wish to express my gratitude for this recognition. I also wish to acknowledge my keen awareness of the responsibility that comes with this position and assure you of my intention to wholeheartedly discharge the duties that accompany this Office. THANKS AND APPRECIATION In expressing thanks...

I want to use this opportunity to try to advance the discussion on what is happening in the global market and the impact it is having on us in Jamaica. There are some harsh realities that we must recognize, understand and confront. The world is facing its most severe economic crisis The world is facing its most severe economic crisis...

Mr. President I welcome the opportunity to address this Honourable Senate in my first State of the Nation debate since assuming office in September 2007 as Attorney General and Minister of Justice. It is a great honour and yet humbling to be given the opportunity to serve my country in this capacity, and I thank the Prime Minister, Hon. Bruce...

Welcome to St. Jago De la Vega, the Old Capital with such a rich history that conjures images of pageantry, domination and triumph. a place where Spanish was once the official language. The buildings around us tell the story of the indomitable nature of the Jamaican persona and the craftsmanship of our ancestors who created these magnificent buildings that are...

We welcome Your Majesties to Jamaica, an island described by Christopher Columbus on his arrival in 1494 as "the fairest isle mine eyes ever beheld".We welcome you to this special joint sitting of our Parliament. Your visit is historic as, although Jamaica was under Spanish rule for more than 160 years, yours is the first ever visit by the Crown...

Ladies and gentlemen, perhaps it was ironic. Or then again, perhaps it was a sign of what was to come. Whatever it was, I am sure that, as with all mystical experiences, no one could have predicted the impact it was to have on the entire world. It was sixty four (64) years ago that it happened. The world had...

The Secretary-General was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Lucille Mathurin Mair. A lifelong champion of the rights of women, she served as Secretary-General of the World Conference on the United Nations Decade for Women, held in 1980 in Copenhagen , Denmark , and also served as Special Advisor to UNICEF on women's development. As the first...

A short while ago, Mr. Barack Obama was sworn in as the 44th President of the United States of America. He is the first Afro