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Minister of Industry and Investment Senator Aubyn Hill is readying a delegation of businessmen and representatives from agencies within his ministry to participate in an export and investment business mission to Guyana and Suriname later this month. The mission, which will cover both countries, is slated for May 12-18. Shullette Cox, president of Jamaica PromotionsContinue reading “Hill to lead J’can business mission to Guyana, Suriname”

Overseas businesses displaying optimism about island, say execs FOREIGN investors are displaying optimism about Jamaica’s business environment against the background of an economic reform programme that, among its highlights, has reduced the nation’s debt at a pace that ranks among the world’s fastest over the last decade. According to Ernst & Young (EY) Caribbean, theContinue reading “Jamaica woos foreign investors at EY conference”

The Government continues to implement several strategies to enhance skills development in the labour force, says Minister without Portfolio with direct oversight for Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator, Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon. She said these are being undertaken to fill the gap between the skills available and those required, particularly in areas thatContinue reading “Government Continues to Implement Strategies to Enhance Skills Development in Labour Force”

  The project will be implemented by the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC). The project is seeking to target 150 MSMEs to increase their participation in the public procurement process, by enhancing their capacity to successfully bid for public sector contracts. Applicants should complete the application form online at: https://www.research.net/r/WPCR2K8, or the website of theContinue reading “The Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce is inviting MSMEs to submit applications for the Public Procurement Readiness Project”

Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with Responsibility for Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, says the Government is committed to executing digital transformation the “RITE” way. RITE is an acronym for Respect, Inclusion, Trust and Efficiency. Addressing Thursday’s (April 18) Microsoft Black Partner Growth InitiativeContinue reading “Gov’t Committed to Executing Digital Transformation the ‘RITE’ Way”

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, has welcomed the Indian multinational company, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, to Jamaica. Speaking at the launch on Wednesday (April 10), at its location in the Insurance Company of the West Indies (ICWI) corporate offices in New Kingston, the Minister noted that the presence of theContinue reading “Investment Minister Welcomes Indian Multinational Pharmaceutical Company”

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, is encouraging micro, small and medium-sized enterprises to get prepared as the Government positions the sector to be competitive globally. The push aligns with Jamaica’s broader economic agenda, which prioritises diversification, export promotion, and inclusive growth. “Jamaica’s MSMEs must become known regionally and internationallyContinue reading “MSMES Being Positioned for Regional and International Success”

The Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) is now accepting applications for this year’s staging of its ‘Christmas in July’ trade show. The event provides an opportunity for local producers of gifts and souvenir items to promote their products to alternative market segments. Products may be from the categories of desktop solutions, spa and aromatherapy, décor, clothing,Continue reading “Applications Open for Christmas in July Trade Show”

The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) celebrated the entrepreneurial spirit and achievements of four exceptional individuals at a prestigious ceremony held at the AC Marriott Hotel in St. Andrew, on Thursday, April 4. Organised by the JBDC, the annual ‘Breakfast with the CEO’ stakeholder event marked the presentation of the coveted ‘B.O.S.S. Man’ and ‘B.O.S.S.Continue reading “JBDC Honours Four Outstanding Entrepreneurs”

The Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO) has announced Intellectual Property (IP) Week celebrations, which will be staged from Sunday, April 21 to April 28. Intellectual Property Week, an annual event in Jamaica, coincides with World Intellectual Property Day, celebrated globally on April 26 each year. The week-long events aim to raise awareness and highlight theContinue reading “JIPO to Stage Several Activities for IP Week”