Chief Executive Officer, Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA), Lincoln Allen (left), along with Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce (MIIC), Hon. Dr. Norman Dunn (right); and Senior Director, MIIC, Sophia Wellington, during a tour of the CLA offices, Pan Jam Building, New Kingston on Monday, December 14, 2020.
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Hon. Audley Shaw speaking at a virtual meeting hosted by the Jamaica Beer Wine & Spirits Network
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Audley Shaw, speaking at a virtual meeting hosted by the Jamaica Beer, Wine & Spirits Network (JBWSN), at the Ministry’s New Kingston offices on Friday, December 11, 2020. The meeting was held to discuss the reduction of alcohol misuse.
MFISs critical to driving growth in Jamaica, says Minister Dunn
State Minister in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Dr. Norman Dunn, says Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) are critical to driving growth and development in Jamaica. According to Minister Dunn, “a vibrant, responsive, safe and accessible micro-financing sector is key to putting the wherewithal into the hands of our people to enable them toContinue reading “MFISs critical to driving growth in Jamaica, says Minister Dunn”
Projects being undertaken to drive the bamboo industry – Min. Dunn
State Minister in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Dr. Norman Dunn, says that the Government has undertaken a number of initiatives to drive growth in the bamboo industry, noting that one such initiative is the charcoal factory in Peckham, Clarendon. According to Minister Dunn, 100,000 lbs. of bamboo charcoal was exported toContinue reading “Projects being undertaken to drive the bamboo industry – Min. Dunn”
Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency Attains ISO 9001:2015 Certification
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Audley Shaw, has lauded the Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) on becoming ISO 9001:2015-certified, affirming the Agency’s position as one of the global leaders in border security and identity protection. “It is welcoming news that so many government entities have embarked on the journey of improving serviceContinue reading “Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency Attains ISO 9001:2015 Certification”
Government secures partnerships to expand e-commerce opportunities for MSMEs
KINGSTON: 2020, December 3: The Government of Jamaica has partnered with two (2) international firms to deliver digital marketing solutions and e-commerce opportunities to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as a mechanism to cope with the impact of physical distancing and other restrictive measures due to the COVID 19 pandemic. This digitalization programme isContinue reading “Government secures partnerships to expand e-commerce opportunities for MSMEs”
Consumers Must Demand Receipts – CAC
The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is advising consumers to be vigilant about getting a receipt when they are making transactions. Speaking at a virtual event, ‘Jamaica Consumer Talks’, on Wednesday, December 2, Regional Officer at the CAC, Richard Rowe, encouraged consumers to desist from leaving business places with a product or item without securing adequateContinue reading “Consumers Must Demand Receipts – CAC”
Consumers Encouraged To Use Proper Channels To Seek Redress
Consumers are being encouraged to use the proper channels to seek redress for issues they have with products purchased. Speaking at a virtual event, ‘Jamaican Consumer Talks’, Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) Regional Officer, Richard Rowe, noted that the process of redress has the three ‘Rs’ – repair, replace or refund. “The first option for theContinue reading “Consumers Encouraged To Use Proper Channels To Seek Redress”
JSWIFT Exceeding Turnaround Time For Processing Trade Documents
The Jamaica Single Window for Trade (JSWIFT) has been doing same day processing for approximately 50 to 70 per cent of documents submitted daily, thereby exceeding expectations of the online portal. Speaking in an interview with JIS News, JSWIFT Project Manager and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA), André Williams said thatContinue reading “JSWIFT Exceeding Turnaround Time For Processing Trade Documents”
Over 8,000 Permits Approved Through JSWIFT Since June
Over 8000 import and export permits have been approved by the Trade Board Limited, through the Jamaica Single Window for Trade (JSWIFT) portal, since June 2020. JSWIFT is a single electronic platform providing fully automated access to all cross-border regulatory agencies, enabling traders and their representatives to transact all businesses online. The one-stop-shop allows importersContinue reading “Over 8,000 Permits Approved Through JSWIFT Since June”
