The Key Functions of the Ministry are:
- Perform an overall oversight role of the portfolio, set priorities and allocate financial and other resources accordingly
- Provide the policy framework and strategic direction for the operations of Divisions, Agencies and Departments, and monitor performance
- Pilot the promulgation and amendment of legislation and regulations which guide the work of the Ministry, its Agencies and Departments
The Mandate of the Ministry is:
- Promote and facilitate the development of the industry and small business sectors
- Facilitate the export and import of goods and services
- Implement Jamaica’s trade remedy laws in a fair, transparent and expeditious manner
- Provide an efficient service for the regulation and registration of businesses, as well as cooperatives and friendly societies
- Promote fair competition and encourage ethical business practices
- Promote product reliability through the establishment and monitoring of standards
- Endure the wholesomeness of products entering commerce
- Protect the rights of consumers
- Protect Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs)
- Contribute to Jamaica’s readiness for the investments, business expansion and operation within a networked world in order to increase competitiveness, diversify exports and expand productive employment