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As Jamaica advances in science, health, and technology, the safe and secure use of nuclear technology has become increasingly important. MIIC, through the Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority (HSRA), ensures that all activities involving nuclear and radioactive materials are conducted in accordance with international safety standards and best practices. The HSRA regulates, licenses, and monitors theContinue reading “Regulation of Nuclear Technology”

MIIC is committed to ensuring that Jamaica maintains a fair, transparent, and competitive marketplace where both businesses and consumers are adequately protected. This mandate is executed through a network of regulatory and oversight agencies that address different aspects of consumer and business protection. The Fair Trading Commission (FTC) enforces competition law, preventing anti-competitive practices andContinue reading “Business and Consumer Protection”

In pursuing economic diversification and sustainable growth, MIIC continues to facilitate the development of emerging industries with transformative potential. This work is guided by the Ministry’s Industry Division and Commerce Division, which lead policy development, sector analysis, and market engagement in support of new and evolving industries. The Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) is the primaryContinue reading “Emerging Industries”

MIIC recognizes Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) as the backbone of Jamaica’s economy and has dedicated a specialized MSME Division to advance policy and programmes that address their unique needs. This Division works in close partnership with portfolio agencies including the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), EXIM Bank, Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ), BureauContinue reading “MSME Development”

Trade facilitation is central to MIIC’s efforts to expand Jamaica’s participation in regional and international markets while ensuring efficiency, transparency, and compliance in trade transactions. This portfolio area is led by the Ministry’s International Trade Unit (ITU) and the Trade Facilitation Unit (TFU), which guide policy, coordinate across agencies, and ensure adherence to global tradeContinue reading “Trade Facilitation”

Investment promotion remains a central pillar of MIIC’s mandate to strengthen Jamaica’s competitiveness and global positioning. This area is supported at the policy level by the Ministry’s International Trade Unit (ITU), which provides strategic guidance and ensures alignment with Jamaica’s trade and investment policies. The Ministry’s agencies—the Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), the Jamaica Special EconomicContinue reading “Investment Promotion”

Quality and standards are fundamental to the competitiveness of Jamaican products and services, both at home and abroad. MIIC provides robust oversight and regulation to ensure compliance with international benchmarks through its agencies and technical divisions. The Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ) develops, promotes, and enforces standards across industries, while the National Compliance and RegulatoryContinue reading “Quality and Standards”

Through Jamaica’s Business Ministry, there are several agencies and pathways designed to help entrepreneurs, micro, small and medium enterprises, and large corporations meet national and international industry standards. Maintaining standards not only protects consumers and businesses but also ensures Jamaican goods and services are competitive in local, regional, and global markets. Bureau of Standards JamaicaContinue reading “Meet Industry Standards”

The Access to Information Act gives a general right of access to official documents held by government organizations. These include: Government Ministries, Agencies and Departments, Statutory Bodies, Parish Councils, wholly-owned Government companies or those in which the Government has more than 50% shares and publicly-funded educational institutions. It is noteworthy that some documents are exempt fromContinue reading “Access to Information”