The Jamaica Consulate Common in New York says that the Jamaican group in New York will be capable to interact instantly with Prime Minister Andrew Holness throughout a City Corridor assembly on the Lehman Middle for the Performing Arts within the Bronx on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at 6 p.m.
“The Consulate Common of Jamaica has organized this occasion to deliver collectively members of the Jamaican Diaspora and others curious about Jamaica’s future and growth,” stated the Consulate Common on Thursday. “The City Corridor is anticipated to be a big gathering the place Prime Minister Holness will deal with a wide range of matters related to Jamaicans each at house and overseas.
“This occasion affords a singular platform for attendees to have interaction instantly with the prime minister, talk about points impacting the Diaspora, and discover ongoing initiatives and alternatives in Jamaica,” it added.
The Consulate Common stated becoming a member of Prime Minister Holness can be Sen. Kamina Johnson Smith, minister of International Affairs and International Commerce, and Alsion Wilson, consul basic of Jamaica, New York.
“Collectively, they’ll present insights into the Jamaican Authorities’s insurance policies and applications targeted on strengthening Diaspora ties, enhancing commerce relations, and fostering funding alternatives,” the Jamaica Consulate Common, New York, stated. “Attendees may even have the chance to work together with members of the Jamaican Consular crew, who can be obtainable to handle questions and considerations associated to passports, citizenship, and different consular issues.”
Moreover, the Consulate Common stated representatives from Jamaica Promotions Company (JAMPRO) can be current to supply steerage on funding alternatives in Jamaica, present info, and reply potential traders’ queries.
The Consulate Common stated members of the general public who want to take part are inspired to reach early to learn from the obtainable companies.
“The night is anticipated to be each informative and interesting, that includes alternatives for leisure that celebrates Jamaica’s wealthy cultural heritage,” it stated, including that to make sure a clean and arranged occasion, all attendees should register prematurely.
These can register on-line by visiting the Consulate Common of Jamaica’s official web site at www.congenjamaica-ny.org.
“The Jamaican Authorities stays dedicated to sustaining a powerful and dynamic reference to the Diaspora, recognizing their important function within the nation’s continued growth,” the Consulate Common stated. “The Consulate Common encourages all Jamaicans and buddies of Jamaica to affix this necessary occasion, be taught extra concerning the shared targets, and take part in shaping Jamaica’s future.”
For these planning to attend, the Lehman Middle for the Performing Arts is accessible by way of public transportation: Subway: 4 Prepare at Bedford Park Blvd. Lehman Faculty Station; B and D Trains at Bedford Park Blvd. Station. Bronx Buses: Bx 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 12, 22, 26, 28, 32, and 34. Manhattan Buses: MTA Categorical Bus BxM-4A and BxM-4B.
For these driving, the deal with is 250 Bedford Park Blvd. West, Bronx, New York 10468.
The Consulate Common stated parking is accessible at Lehman Faculty for a “cheap price” of $10, positioned at Goulden Avenue and Bedford Park Boulevard West.
“This City Corridor Assembly is a must-attend occasion for anybody within the progress and growth of Jamaica, providing a uncommon alternative to have interaction instantly with the nation’s management and be a part of shaping its future,” it stated.
