JMEA and Caribshopper partner to expend market access for MSMEs
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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, Lady Musgrave Road on February 23. Caribshopper is a full service online marketplace that provides direct access to the United States and Canadian markets for Caribbean producers. This partnership will provide an opportunity for export market expansion for local Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSME) that manufacture quality and authentic products.
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