Regional experts cite exports, training and hotel supply as key areas for development KINGSTOWN, ST. VINCENT & THE GRENADINES — The intersection of hospitality, namely hotel businesses, and agriculture was identified as an opportunity for economic development and job growth by regional experts on a recent World Bank panel. Addressing the topic of “generating jobs…
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Jamaican Minister Shaw urges job creation for diasporans
“Where we need to improve is by creating more jobs for the diaspora talent pool.” - Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce Audley Shaw The Jamaican government must create more jobs to attract diasporans, charged Jamaican Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce Audley Shaw, who at the recent Caribbean Future Summit dubbed the nation’s diaspora…
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Minister wants Nevis agriculture sector to ramp up operations on path to recovery
CARDI Board chairman urges youth of the Caribbean to get into “prosperous and profitable enterprise” of agriculture BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS & NEVIS — While bringing remarks in observance of World Food Day, celebrated around the world on October 16 annually, Agriculture Minister in the Nevis Island Administration Alexis Jeffers said the nation must increase its…
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Caribbean Development Bank chief touts potential of blue economy
Dr. Gene Leon encourages region to maximize benefits from one of its most abundant resources BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS — Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) President Dr. Hyginus “Gene” Leon highlighted the potential economic benefits the region stands to gain by embracing the various direct and indirect employment that encompass the blue economy. In a recent round table…
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