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Jamaica is working towards introducing legislation to protect new plant varieties developed by local breeders, enabling them to benefit from and safeguard their innovations. This is in keeping with the broader strategy to modernise the country’s intellectual property (IP) framework and support key growth sectors such as agriculture. The proposed law would align Jamaica withContinue reading “Jamaica Moving to Protect Local Plant Innovations with New Legislation”

Fourteen local tech firms are among entities benefiting from export-readiness support under Cohort IV of the Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) Export Max programme. These firms, which are involved in software development, e-commerce, digital marketing, among other areas, are being positioned to expand their reach and take advantage of opportunities in the international market. The moveContinue reading “Local Tech Firms Get Export-Readiness Support”

The Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO) is encouraging Jamaicans of all ages to embrace the joy of reading as countries observe World Book and Copyright Day, today (April 23). Deputy Director/Legal Counsel at JIPO, Shantal English Richards, told JIS News that “the day is celebrated annually to promote reading, publishing and the protection of intellectualContinue reading “JIPO Encourages Jamaicans to Embrace The Joy of Reading”

Executive Director, Jamaica Intellectual Property Office (JIPO), Lilyclaire Bellamy, delivers remarks during JIPO’s Intellectual Property Week Mini Business Expo and Concert at Emancipation Park in St. Andrew on Friday (April 25). Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, and celebrated media personality, broadcaster, and lecturer, Fae Ellington, showcase their dancing skillsContinue reading “JIPO Intellectual Property Week Mini Business Expo and Concert (PHOTOS)”

Marijuata, the first item in a line of Jamaican culturally themed beverages, was launched on Tuesday (April 22) by the Agency for Inner-City Renewal (AIR). Positioned to tap into the lucrative health and wellness industry, the trademarked alkaline water product is naturally flavoured by infusing herbal/medicinal essences extracted from plants grown in Jamaica that areContinue reading “Community Development Organisation Launches Culturally-Themed Bottled Water”

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, continues to advocate for increased domestic and foreign investments in Jamaica. Addressing Tuesday’s (April 15) Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority (JSEZA) Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Investor Briefing at the AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston, Senator Hill highlighted why now is an opportune time toContinue reading “Gov’t Pushes for Greater Local and Foreign Investments in Jamaica”

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, is encouraging entrepreneurs in the beauty and wellness sectors to take advantage of the industries’ vast economic potential. Speaking during Tuesday’s (Apil 29) media launch for the Jamaica International Beauty Expo (JIBE) 2025 at the Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) head office in Kingston, MinisterContinue reading “Beauty and Wellness Entrepreneurs Urged to Tap into the Sectors’ Economic Potential”

The Government is increasing efficiency and creating a future-ready Jamaica built on a digital platform, says Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill. He said that the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Authority, which has been officially established, will power Jamaica’s digital transformation, providing a single authoritative voice and framework toContinue reading “Gov’t Creating Future-Ready Jamaica – Senator Hill”

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, delivers the keynote address at the Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association (JMEA) Buyers Reception Cocktail held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on Wednesday (April 2). The event, hosted in collaboration with Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), served as a key prelude toContinue reading “PHOTOS: JMEA Buyers Reception Cocktail”

The Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority (HSRA) is intensifying its call for all facilities and professionals using ionising radiation to obtain official authorisation. This is in keeping with national regulations and the push towards regulatory excellence in radiation safety. Speaking at a JIS ‘Think Tank’ on Wednesday (April 16), Director General of the HSRA, Dr. CliffContinue reading “HSRA Urges Users of Ionising Radiation to Obtain Official Authorisation”