Local entrepreneurs are being encouraged to participate in and engage with brokers and buyers during the Outsource2Jamaica 2025 (O2J2025) Conference, slated for the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James on April 10. The annual event, to be held under the theme ‘Driving Excellence: Talent Technology and Transformation’, is expected to showcase Jamaica’s immense potentialContinue reading “Local Entrepreneurs Encouraged to Seize Opportunities at Outsource2Jamaica Conference”
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Government Engages with US Trade Representative on New Tariff Regime
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government is actively engaging with the United States (US) Trade Representative and other relevant authorities “to seek urgent clarification” on the new US tariff regime. Speaking at the opening of EXPO Jamaica 2025 at the National Indoor Sports Centre in Kingston, on April 3, heContinue reading “Government Engages with US Trade Representative on New Tariff Regime”
MSME Business Roadshow heads to St Catherine on January 16
For the second year, the Ministry of Industry, Investment, and Commerce (MIIC) invites entrepreneurs to its MSME Business Roadshow. The event will take place on Thursday, January 16, 2025, starting at 9:00 a.m., at the Twickenham Park Church of the Open Bible in St. Catherine. In partnership with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), the RoadshowContinue reading “MSME Business Roadshow heads to St Catherine on January 16”
Clarendon Entrepreneurs Secure J$3 million in Grants at MIIC MSME Business Roadshow
A total of J$3million in grants was awarded to 10 outstanding winners of the Business Pitch Competition at the Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce’s (MIIC) MSME Business Roadshow held on February 20, 2025 at the Juici Empowerment Park. The event hosted in collaboration with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), demonstrated the Government’s commitment toContinue reading “Clarendon Entrepreneurs Secure J$3 million in Grants at MIIC MSME Business Roadshow”
Trade Facilitation
In January 2016, Jamaica became a signatory to the World Trade Organization (WTO) Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA), which entered into force on February 22, 2017. The Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC) is the coordinating Ministry for the implementation of the overarching Trade Facilitation (TF) reform agenda, which includes Jamaica’s obligations under the WTOContinue reading “Trade Facilitation”
MSME Division
The Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprise (MSME) Division of the Ministry of Industry, Investment, and Commerce (MIIC) is dedicated to fostering the growth and development of Jamaica’s MSME sector. This division implements policies, strategies, projects, and alliances aimed at enhancing the contribution of MSMEs to the nation’s economic and social development. Quick Facts about MSMEsContinue reading “MSME Division”
ISO Quality Systems Division
The ISO Quality Systems Division (ISO QSD) is one of several divisions within the Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce (MIIC), tasked with enhancing service excellence in both public and private sectors by implementing and monitoring the ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS) Standard. This initiative aims to improve the ease of doing business andContinue reading “ISO Quality Systems Division”
Investment Division
The Investment Division is a crucial component of Jamaica’s Ministry of Industry, Investment, and Commerce (MIIC), committed to promoting business development. Its primary responsibilities include formulating and executing investment policies, strategies, programs, and projects to stimulate both domestic and international investments, thereby fostering sustainable development. National Investment Policy To facilitate investment, the Division provides policyContinue reading “Investment Division”
International Trade Unit
The International Trade Unit is a technical division within Jamaica’s Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC), commonly referred to as Jamaica’s “Business Ministry.” This unit is dedicated to providing expert support and advice on various trade policy matters, including market access, rules of origin, tariffs (such as the Common External Tariff), competition, and technicalContinue reading “International Trade Unit”
Commerce Division
The Commerce Division of the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC) is responsible for developing policies and programmes that facilitate commerce and govern business and trade activities in Jamaica. Its mandate includes creating a stable, competitive, and transparent environment to enhance commercial activities, sustain businesses, and promote exports and investments. The division aims toContinue reading “Commerce Division”
