Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, has been tasked with developing a strategic plan to support the reopening of small community shops across Jamaica in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. Prime Minister, Dr. the Most. Hon. Andrew Holness, made the disclosure during a special press briefing at Jamaica House onContinue reading “Minister Aubyn Hill to Lead Strategic Plan for Reopening Community Shops”
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Jamaica Hosts ISO Technical Committee Meetings
Standardisation representatives from more than 30 countries gathered in Montego Bay, St. James, from October 13 to 17 for the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee 323 (Circular Economy) meetings. Hosted by the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ), the high-level event attracted professionals, academics, policymakers, environmental experts, and private-sector leaders, all working towards reshapingContinue reading “Jamaica Hosts ISO Technical Committee Meetings”
Jamaica Provides Supportive Environment for Investors
Addressing participants at the Jamaica Agri-Business Investment Forum (JAIF) 2025, held recently at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James, Senator Hill highlighted the island’s investor-friendly policies, streamlined procedures, and duty-free incentives for agro-processing and other industries. “You can put in a factory, register with the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, work withContinue reading “Jamaica Provides Supportive Environment for Investors”
MIIC URGES BUSINESSES TO PRIORITISE SAFETY AND PREPAREDNESS AS TROPICAL STORM MELISSA APPROACHES
The Ministry of Industry Investment and Commerce, Jamaica’s Business Ministry, is urging all Jamaican businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors to take every precaution as Tropical Storm Melissa approaches the island. Companies are advised to ensure the wellbeing of staff, secure facilities and equipment, safeguard vital records and systems, and maintain clear communication with employees and localContinue reading “MIIC URGES BUSINESSES TO PRIORITISE SAFETY AND PREPAREDNESS AS TROPICAL STORM MELISSA APPROACHES”
MIIC Strengthens Jamaica’s Business Environment Through COJ Expansion and Digital Innovation
The Ministry of Industry, Investment & Commerce (MIIC), Jamaica’s Business Ministry, hosted a press conference today, led by Senator the Honourable Aubyn Hill, Minister of Industry, Investment & Commerce, with Permanent Secretary Sancia Bennett Templer and Shellie Leon, Chief Executive Officer and Registrar of Companies at the Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ). The COJ, oneContinue reading “MIIC Strengthens Jamaica’s Business Environment Through COJ Expansion and Digital Innovation”
JBDC Provides Training for MSMEs in Data Privacy and Protection Practices
With the growing call for Jamaican businesses to expand into the export market, the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) has underscored the importance of data protection as a critical driver of global competitiveness for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). In response, the JBDC recently hosted a two-day workshop under the theme ‘Data Privacy: AContinue reading “JBDC Provides Training for MSMEs in Data Privacy and Protection Practices”
Minister Hill Champions Jamaica as Top Business Destination
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Aubyn Hill, has reaffirmed that Jamaica remains a top destination for doing business, citing the Government’s expanded support for investors, entrepreneurs, and Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs). He noted that thousands of MSMEs and individuals have been engaged through the Ministry’s business roadshow series, which connect entrepreneursContinue reading “Minister Hill Champions Jamaica as Top Business Destination”
NCRA Records Seven Per Cent Year-on-Year Increase in Site Inspections
In 2024, the National Compliance and Regulatory Authority (NCRA) conducted 4,870 site inspections, up from 4,550 in 2023. This represents a seven per cent increase and is attributed to intensified monitoring of products at each site inspected. These details are contained in the Economic and Social Survey Jamaica (ESSJ) 2024, an annual publication of theContinue reading “NCRA Records Seven Per Cent Year-on-Year Increase in Site Inspections”
Caribbean Countries Encouraged to Take Greater Advantage of EU Partnership Agreement
Head of the Delegation of the European Union (EU) to Jamaica, Belize, and The Bahamas, Her Excellency Dr. Erja Askola, is encouraging Caribbean countries to take greater advantage of trade opportunities under the EU-Caribbean Economic Partnership Agreement. Speaking at the opening of the Caribbean Investment Forum (CIF) 2025 on Tuesday (July 29), at the MontegoContinue reading “Caribbean Countries Encouraged to Take Greater Advantage of EU Partnership Agreement”
Minister Hill Underscores Need for Increased Energy Investments to Support Growth
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, is calling for increased regional and international investment in energy infrastructure to support growth and development across the Caribbean. “We need energy that is available, that is affordable, that is accessible, and consistent. Unless we have that, we are not going to develop theContinue reading “Minister Hill Underscores Need for Increased Energy Investments to Support Growth”
