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”
Category Archives: Technical Divisions
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”
Industry Divison
The Industry Division is one of five technical Divisions within the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce Jamaica’s Business Ministry, which is responsible for development of the productive sector- Manufacturing, Services, Scrap Metal, Medical Cannabis, and other Emerging Industries, primarily through research, policies/ programs/ projects, and business support services. The Division supports and facilitates TheContinue reading “Industry Divison”
Technical Divisions
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