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Jamaica will host the 49th Regular Meeting of CARICOM in July 2025. Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness will chair discussions focused on trade and security, essential challenges for regional economic …
Jamaica to Host 49th Regular CARICOM Meeting in July 2025 Read More
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit the Caribbean next week, touring Guyana, Jamaica, and Suriname. His meetings with regional leaders will address pressing issues such as …
Marco Rubio’s Upcoming Caribbean Tour: Addressing Key Regional Concerns Read More
CARICOM leaders will meet Friday to discuss pressing issues such as Haiti’s instability, the Guyana-Venezuela border dispute, and explore regional debt swaps. This meeting occurs before U.S. Secretary of State …
CARICOM Leaders Prepare for Critical Meeting Ahead of US Secretary of State’s Visit Read More
Antigua and Barbuda will host the 55th OAS General Assembly in June 2025. The theme will focus on building resilient and inclusive economies in the Americas, addressing urgent regional concerns. …
Antigua and Barbuda to Host OAS General Assembly in June 2025 Read More
This article evaluates the complicated diplomatic relationship between Jamaica, the U.S., and Cuba, focusing on U.S. visa restrictions for officials involved in Cuban medical missions. It highlights the historical context …
Diplomatic Dilemmas: US Visa Threats and Cuban Doctors in Jamaica Read More
As of February 7, 2025, Jamaica has recorded thirty-seven fatalities in thirty-four fatal crashes, representing a 12 percent decrease compared to 2024. Vulnerable road users constitute 76 percent of these …
Traffic Fatalities in Jamaica: Thirty-Seven Lives Lost as of February 2025 Read More
Prime Minister Andrew Holness inaugurated the Runnit Pipeline Project in St. Elizabeth. Concurrently, a fire at Ocho Rios Market affected numerous vendors, while discussions on crime reduction were emphasized by …
Jamaica’s Recent Developments: Infrastructure and Political Changes Read More
Jamaica is confronting a diplomatic challenge as it balances its enduring relationship with the United States against the burgeoning influence of China through its Belt and Road Initiative. This dilemma …
Navigating Jamaica’s Diplomatic Dilemma: Balancing Alliances with the US and China Read More
On February 25, 2023, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expanded visa restrictions affecting Cuban medical professionals. Responses from Caribbean leaders have varied, with some defending their long-standing partnerships with …
Cuban Medical Professionals and CARICOM’s Response to U.S. Policy Changes Read More
As of March 11, 2025, the US dollar was valued at $157.61, down by eleven cents, while the Canadian dollar rose to $109.91. The British pound fell to $202.18. Amidst …
Forex Update: US Dollar Valuation and Economic Outlook in Jamaica Read More