KINGSTON; Jamaica – Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett has been acknowledged with the Order of Jamaica, and Honorary Doctorate for his contribution to the event of the business.
The Order of Jamaica, the nation’s fourth highest honor, lauds Minister Bartlett’s excellent contribution to the nation’s tourism sector. The conferment of an Honorary Doctorate in Hospitality & Tourism Administration (Honoris Causa) by the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC) additionally acknowledges his distinctive contribution to the tourism business, each domestically and globally.
Hon. Edmund Bartlett
“I’m really humbled and honored to be acknowledged on this method. These awards not solely converse to my effort within the area however places tourism within the international highlight for its contribution to economies and livelihoods. This enables us to understand tourism as one of many single most vital financial actions on the earth and supplies an area for critical dialogue on constructing its resilience,” mentioned Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett.
Underneath his management, Jamaica has seen record-breaking customer arrivals and important progress in tourism income, solidifying the nation’s place as a premier Caribbean vacation spot. All through his distinguished profession, Minister Bartlett has demonstrated exceptional management in making tourism a key driver of sustainable progress in Jamaica.
His deal with job creation, wealth distribution, inclusion, and fostering neighborhood improvement has ensured that the advantages of tourism attain all Jamaicans.
He has additionally been a leading voice for tourism resilience, his function in co-founding the International Tourism Resilience & Disaster Administration Centre (GTRCMC) in 2018 has helped forge a extra resilient future for tourism worldwide.
“This has renewed my drive to champion tourism causes that can enhance advantages for our individuals and nation. There may be a lot extra we will get out of the business to make sure prosperity for all,” added Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett.
