Individuals, particularly those in the music industry, are being encouraged to manage and monetise their intellectual property to secure their future. The call was made by Minister of State at the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC), Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn, at the ‘Sounds of Success’ seminar, hosted by the Jamaica Intellectual PropertyContinue reading “Musicians Urged to Monetise Intellectual Property”
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Local Businesses Urged to Take Advantage of Opportunities Under CARIFORUM-UK EPA
Local businesses are being encouraged to take advantage of opportunities under the CARIFORUM-UK Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), designed to open up and enhance trade between the UK and signatory CARIFORUM States. This is a reciprocal trade and development partnership that facilitates duty-free, quota-free access for CARIFORUM exports, among other things. Addressing the United Kingdom-Jamaica TradeContinue reading “Local Businesses Urged to Take Advantage of Opportunities Under CARIFORUM-UK EPA”
EXIM plugs solar loan product for SMEs
The roll-out of a new energy loan product by the Jamaica Export-Import Bank (EXIM Bank) will enable more small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to transition to greater use of renewables, especially now as more businesses push to diversify their energy mix and cut operational cost. At a launch event Thursday, managing director of the EXIMContinue reading “EXIM plugs solar loan product for SMEs”
Gov’t Targeting Increased Local and Foreign Investments Over the Next Three Years
The Government will, over the next three years, facilitate local and foreign private investments under the National Investment Policy, with a view to enhancing clarity, certainty, and predictability, and boosting investor confidence. This was announced by Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, while delivering the Throne Speech during the 2023/24 Ceremonial OpeningContinue reading “Gov’t Targeting Increased Local and Foreign Investments Over the Next Three Years”
Ground Broken For $2.5-Billion Housing Development in Kingston
FirstRock Real Estate Investments (FREI) will soon be bringing its $2.5-billion luxury residential development, Bonne Chance, to market. Located at 8A Brompton Road on the outskirts of New Kingston, the nine-storey, mid-level high-rise complex will feature 43 units, ranging from studios to penthouse suites. The ground-breaking ceremony was held on Thursday (February 23). It willContinue reading “Ground Broken For $2.5-Billion Housing Development in Kingston”
JMEA and Caribshopper partner to expend market access for MSMEs
Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn (centre) observes as Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Caribshopper, Kadion Preston (left) and President of the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA), John Mahfood, shake hands following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Outpost Republic, LadyContinue reading “JMEA and Caribshopper partner to expend market access for MSMEs”
JIPO to Host Seminar on February 27
In celebration of Reggae Month, the Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO) will host a seminar titled, ‘Sounds of Success: Intellectual Property and the Music Industry’, on February 27, starting at 1:00 p.m. The seminar will be held in the Vera Moody Concert Hall at the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts (EMCVPA)Continue reading “JIPO to Host Seminar on February 27”
Honey Bun Foundation helping SMEs bloom
THE Honey Bun Foundation recently closed out its first cohort of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in its advisory committee model, with participants reporting exponential growth. The Honey Bun Foundation’s Advisory Committee, which provides teams of expert advisers to help SMEs unlock their potential, has reaped impressive results, with one business reporting a 50 perContinue reading “Honey Bun Foundation helping SMEs bloom”
Jamaica removed from EU non-cooperative tax list
JAMAICA has been removed from the European Union’s (EU) list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes following amendments to the Special Economic Zones Act (SEZA). This was confirmed last Tuesday, with Barbados, North Macedonia and Uruguay also being removed from the Annex II state of play document. The amendment to the SEZA ensured Jamaica conformedContinue reading “Jamaica removed from EU non-cooperative tax list”
Investors Will Benefit from Partnerships with Local Businesses – JAMPRO
Investors looking to do business in Jamaica will benefit from various opportunities made available through financial support and partnerships with local businesses. President of Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Shullette Cox, noted that financing is becoming a more frequent occurrence, not just for smaller developments but also for substantial ones. She was participating in a panelContinue reading “Investors Will Benefit from Partnerships with Local Businesses – JAMPRO”
