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Posted on 06/05/2026
Jamaica and India Celebrate Enduring Bilateral Partnership
The longstanding diplomatic partnership between Jamaica and the Republic of India was highlighted on Monday (May 4) during a Ministerial Luncheon hosted by Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill. The luncheon was hosted in honour of the official visit by India’s Minister of External Affairs...
Posted on 05/05/2026
New trade order? Indian minister pushes Jamaica to seize fresh economic opportunities amid growing global instability
Jamaica’s Minister of industry, Investment and Commerce Aubyn Hill (left) greets India’s Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar ahead of Monday’s ministerial luncheon held at AC Hotel Kingston in New Kingston. (Photo: Joseph Wellington) Declaring that modern commerce can no longer be separated from global politic...
Posted on 18/04/2026
NCB Launches $2 Billion SME Growth Fund Facility
National Commercial Bank Limited (NCB) has launched a $2 billion facility designed to provide access to financing to small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The NCB SME Growth Fund II is open to both new and existing NCB customers across Jamaica’s key growth sectors. Lauding the initiative during a luncheon at the AC Marr...
Posted on 13/03/2026
OAS and EU Reaffirm Support for Jamaica’s MSMEs
The Organization of American States (OAS) and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Jamaica’s micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) through their partnership with the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) in developing an online learning platform....
Posted on 12/03/2026
HSRA to Unveil Interactive Website for Authorisations
Beginning May 1, 2026, the Hazardous Substance Regulatory Authority (HSRA) will process all authorisation applications through its new interactive website. The platform, accessible at www.hsra.gov.jm, was unveiled during the HSRA’s CEO Breakfast and Workshop, held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in...
Posted on 11/03/2026
CAC Encourages Dialogue When Price Differences Occur
The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is encouraging consumers and businesses to work together to resolve situations where the price charged at checkout differs from the price displayed on a product or shelf. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Commission, Dolsie...
Posted on 11/03/2026
CAC Secures Over $30m in Consumer Refunds During First 11 Months of 2025/26
The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) secured more than $30 million in refunds for consumers during the first 11 months of fiscal year 2025/26, underscoring its ongoing commitment to safeguarding consumer rights and resolving marketplace disputes. Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Dolsie...
Posted on 10/03/2026
Growth & Jobs | JBDC launches ‘Biz Wiz’ online platform to boost entrepreneurship
The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC), officially launched its online learning platform, designed to transform businesses through entrepreneurship education. Dubbed ‘JBDC Biz Wiz’, the platform is designed to support entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey. It offers a...
Posted on 10/03/2026
Craft talks
MINISTER of state in the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce Delano Seiveright has initiated talks with the Alliance Craft Traders and Producers Association of Jamaica, the island’s largest organisation representing craft vendors and artisans. In a recent meeting the...
Posted on 10/03/2026
$315M disbursed from $1B Jamaica Screen Fund
A total of $315 million has, to date, been disbursed from the $1‑billion Jamaica Screen Fund to support film projects. Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce Senator Aubyn Hill provided the update while responding to questions during the Standing Finance...
Posted on 06/03/2026
New regulations coming to benefit small ganja farmers
Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce Senator Aubyn Hill has announced changes to the Cannabis Licensing Regulations that will allow community groups, comprising small ganja farmers, to cultivate up to 10 acres of marijuana for medicinal purposes. Quizzed about the...
Posted on 06/03/2026
CAC Urges Consumer Caution in Online Shopping
The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging consumers to exercise heightened caution when purchasing goods, particularly online, in light of growing concerns about unsafe or improperly labelled products in global markets. Director of Communications, Latoya Halstead, issued the call during...
