Prime Minister Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness spoke with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, to request international technical and strategic support for Jamaica to advance national recovery and reconstruction following the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa.

In the discussion which took place on Sunday November 2, 2025, Prime Minister Holness expressed appreciation for the United Nations’ longstanding partnership with Jamaica and outlined the urgent need for coordinated expertise to strengthen the country’s disaster response and recovery.

Arising from this engagement, the Government of Jamaica yesterday welcomed a team led by Mr. Jorge Moreira da Silva, Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), who is visiting the island to assess needs and discuss areas of collaboration.

UNOPS will be working hand in hand with the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) to support Jamaica’s recovery.

Prime Minister Holness emphasized that Jamaica’s goal is to “build forward stronger, safer, and smarter,” ensuring that reconstruction integrates global best practices and safeguards the lives and livelihoods of Jamaicans.