Antony Anderson has formally assumed his function as Jamaica’s Everlasting Consultant to the Group of American States (OAS), following the presentation of his credentials to OAS Secretary Common Albert Ramdin throughout a proper ceremony on the Group’s headquarters in Washington, D.C.
In his remarks, Ambassador Anderson emphasised Jamaica’s enduring dedication to the rules of the OAS and the significance of collective motion. “I look ahead to working with you, Secretary Common, on attaining our frequent developmental objectives for a peaceable, secure, and affluent Hemisphere,” he mentioned. “Jamaica tremendously values the function of multilateralism in socio-economic growth, multi-dimensional safety, democracy, and human rights.”
Anderson additional reiterated Jamaica’s dedication to advancing the priorities of the OAS Constitution, together with sustainable growth and regional safety. “We stay strongly dedicated to actively partaking in efforts to foster sustainable growth, promote democracy, defend human rights, and make sure the safety of the residents of our area,” he acknowledged.
Secretary Common Ramdin welcomed Ambassador Anderson and acknowledged Jamaica’s long-standing contributions to the Inter-American system. “Jamaican diplomats and jurists have helped form the Inter-American system, together with its authorized foundations and its inclusive imaginative and prescient for sustainable growth,” he famous. “Jamaica has additionally performed an important function in amplifying the considerations of small island growing states, particularly on problems with safety, sustainable growth, and local weather resilience.”
He added that Ambassador Anderson’s management and expertise could be invaluable because the OAS addresses more and more complicated world and regional challenges.
Jamaica joined the OAS in 1969, turning into one of many first Caribbean nations to be a part of the hemispheric physique, and has since maintained a robust voice in regional and worldwide coverage discussions.
