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Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness says the Government of Jamaica will pursue deliberate and far-reaching financial sector and capital market reforms to support economic resurgence, resilience and long-term national development as the country recovers from the impacts of Hurricane Melissa. Speaking on January 20, 2026, at the Jamaica Stock Exchange’s 21st Regional […]

Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness has assured Jamaicans that all relief supplies received in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa are being managed under the highest standards of accountability, transparency, and probity. Prime Minister Holness was speaking at the handover ceremony of housing supplies by New Era Housing Development, held at the Jamaica […]

Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness has emphasized that strengthening the resilience and continuity of State institutions is a central pillar of the Government’s disaster response strategy, noting that safeguarding public services during crises requires foresight, planning, and disciplined decision-making. Addressing the Official Reopening of Business Kiosks and Shops at Border in St. […]

The Government of Jamaica has reaffirmed its commitment to restoring economic livelihoods in communities affected by Hurricane Melissa, as Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness addressed the Official Reopening of Business Kiosks and Shops at Border, St. Elizabeth, on January 16, 2026. Speaking at the ceremony, Prime Minister Holness explained that while emergency […]

Summary of Discussions   Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness on Saturday held a productive telephone conversation with United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, during which they discussed ongoing cooperation between Jamaica and the United States, including U.S. assistance in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa and broader regional economic and security priorities. […]

As Jamaica moves decisively to recover from the economic disruption caused by Hurricane Melissa, Prime Minister the Most Honourable Dr. Andrew Holness has issued a direct challenge to investors to expand investment, raise productivity, and pursue large-scale, innovative projects to power faster national recovery and long-term growth. Speaking on Tuesday (January 13, 2026) at the […]

Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness says the Government has successfully steered Jamaica through a period of significant global uncertainty, marked by turbulent geopolitical and geoeconomic conditions. Prime Minister Holness was speaking at the 20th Gathering of the Heal the Family, Heal the Nation Day of Prayer Service, held on January 7, 2026, […]

Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness on Tuesday delivered a message of unity and shared responsibility as he joined the Maroon communities in Accompong, St. Elizabeth, calling on Jamaicans to work together as one people, particularly in times of recovery and national rebuilding. Addressing residents during the commemoration of the 288th anniversary of […]

Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness has underscored the Government’s commitment to the rapid restoration and strengthening of Jamaica’s electricity grid, as 175 additional specialized vehicles were officially handed over to the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) Company to accelerate recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa. The new fleet includes bucket trucks, diggers, pole trailers, […]

Following the impact of Hurricane Melissa, which hit Western Jamaica particularly hard, Dr. the Honourable Andrew Wheatley, Minister without Portfolio with responsibility for Science, Technology and Special Projects in the Office of the Prime Minister, is leading a targeted STEAM Toys Distribution Initiative to support children in the most affected communities during the Christmas/New Year […]