WASHINGTON, DC – America Authorities praises Former Ambassador Senator Hon. Audrey Marks for her work in strengthening ties with Jamaica.
Ms. Barbara Feinstein, the US Deputy Assistant Secretary for Caribbean Affairs, additionally praised Senator Hon. Audrey Marks. She acknowledged Marks for her work. Marks helped enhance relations between the US and Jamaica throughout her time in workplace.
“That is clearly an auspicious week for US/Jamaican relations, for the Secretary Marco Rubio having simply accomplished a really profitable go to. Ambassador Marks was completely important and instrumental to the success of the go to. “
Farewell Reception
Ms. Feinstein spoke at a farewell reception hosted by the Embassy of Jamaica. This occasion honored Senator Marks on the Group of American States (OAS) in Washington, DC, on Friday, March 28. She reaffirmed the significance of the Jamaica-US relationship. She additionally famous that Secretary Rubio’s go to was not a coincidence. It occurred simply earlier than Ambassador Marks left Washington, D.C.
“I thanks Senator Marks for all the things you probably did with Prime Minister Andrew Holness and, your authorities to make the go to the success it was in addition to to form the go to and dealing with us to make sure that we might spotlight the power of the US/Jamaican partnership.”
She additional talked about that this can be a bittersweet second for all of us to return collectively to honor and have fun Audrey Marks, now Senator and Minister Marks, in your completely good 8 years right here as Ambassador from Jamaica to the US and Everlasting Consultant to the OAS. Some members of the Diplomatic corps served one tour of obligation, however you have been so distinctive that you just have been requested by your nation to serve on two events on this place.
Ms. Feinstein mentioned she admired Ambassador Marks for her tenacity, pragmatism, dedication, and follow-through. Attributes that can serve her properly in her new place specializing in effectivity and digital transformation.
In her response, Senator Marks mentioned “during the last eight years I’ve had the distinction of witnessing the deep and enduring ties that bind Jamaica and the US collectively. Our collaboration, shared values, widespread targets and other people to folks ties have formed each our nation’s progress in important methods. The friendship that I’ve fashioned and the expertise I’ve had will perpetually maintain a particular place in my coronary heart.”
“I need to lengthen my deepest because of the Authorities of the US, its folks and my esteemed bilateral colleagues. Your generosity and spirit of cooperation have made my time right here actually unforgettable from excessive stage conferences and diplomatic discussions to the extra private encounters and heat alternate, every second has been invaluable in fostering mutual understanding in strengthening our bond.
OAS Illustration
Ambassador Marks mentioned it was an honor to function her nation’s consultant to the OAS. She felt very grateful for the possibility to work with such robust and visionary folks.
Turning to the diaspora, Senator Marks mentioned that bonds that unite us regardless of the place we’re on the planet is one which transcends borders. She had the privilege to function the hyperlink between our homeland and every of you. She additional famous that she had seen firsthand the contributions the diaspora continues to make to well being, schooling, safety and different developmental areas. These additionally embrace the adoption of clinics, the assist of scholars, medical missions, funding of vital assets proving that collectively we will improve Jamaica’s magnificence, fellowship and prosperity,
Senator Marks thanked her members of employees on the embassy and everlasting mission for his or her dedication, assist and laborious work. Your dedication to our shared mission has been the cornerstone of all our success. You might have all left an indelible mark on me.
Amongst these additionally paying tributes have been Secretary Common of the OAS. Luis Almagro, OAS Asst Secretary Common Ambassador Nestor Mendez, Sir Ronald Sanders, Dean of the Ambassadors of the Western Hemisphere Accredited to the US and Dean of the Ambassadors to the Group of American States.
Professor Emeritus of Stanford College Donald Harris. The farewell reception was attended by representatives of the US Authorities, members of the Diplomatic Corps and the Jamaican Diaspora.
