The Groundbreaking Ceremony for the BOOT Commercial Complex in Drax Hall, St. Ann, marks a major step in Jamaica’s ongoing drive toward sustainable commercial and infrastructural development. This state-of-the-art complex is being developed under the Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) model — a strategic public-private partnership that encourages investment, innovation, and long-term economic growth. The Drax Hall Commercial Complex will serve as a...

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The general debate is the annual meeting of Heads of State and Government at the beginning of the General Assembly session. It is usually the first debate of the session and — with the exception of the high-level meetings — the only one in which Heads of State and Government regularly participate. We do not own the rights to any...

The Jamaica Information Service(JIS) is aimed at reporting up to date factual Government News for Jamaican Citizens here and abroad. We have packaged it into the Jamaica Magazine and JIS News along with other features. Look through each of our playlists and you will be able to find various features highlighting the Government's endeavour to meet its mandate. We do...

The Jamaica Information Service(JIS) is aimed at reporting up to date factual Government News for Jamaican Citizens here and abroad. We have packaged it into the Jamaica Magazine and JIS News along with other features. Look through each of our playlists and you will be able to find various features highlighting the Government's endeavour to meet its mandate. Disclaimer: We...

The swearing-in of State Ministers is an important constitutional tradition within Jamaica’s governance system, derived from the Westminster model. After their appointment by the Prime Minister, State Ministers are formally sworn into office by His Excellency, the Governor-General, as representative of the Head of State. This act signifies their authority to support Cabinet Ministers in executing government policies and advancing...

The Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) hosts its Anti-Corruption Round Table Panel Discussion, bringing together key stakeholders, policymakers, and thought leaders in the fight against corruption. This important forum underscores Jamaica’s commitment to integrity, transparency, and good governance in trade facilitation and public service. History The JCA has long championed efforts to promote accountability and ethical standards within its operations, in...