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Seventeen lighthouse initiatives from India contributing to the SDGs showcased in publication released during UNGA week

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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A publication 'Ideas, Innovation, Implementation: India's Journey Towards the SDGs' that brought this message to life was released during the discussions.

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  • A publication 'Ideas, Innovation, Implementation: India's Journey Towards the SDGs' that brought this message to life was released during the discussions.
  • The book, a joint initiative by Reliance Foundation, Observer Research Foundation and the UN India office, highlights 17 lighthouse initiatives across 17 SDGs undertaken by not-for-profit organisations and communities.
  • The publication highlights how implementation of the ideas could hasten the journey to the SDGs while providing a foundation for a post-2030 agenda.
  • Mr Shombi Sharp, UN Resident Coordinator, India, spoke about public, private and multi-stakeholder conversations towards the SDGs.

COP28 President-Designate visits Barbados, meeting with Prime Minister and leaders of the Caribbean Community to keep focus on reforming climate finance

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Friday, August 11, 2023
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"The peoples of the Caribbean have been on the front lines of climate change for longer than most.

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  • "The peoples of the Caribbean have been on the front lines of climate change for longer than most.
  • This region knows only too well the human and economic costs of too little finance for climate adaptation and resilience."
  • Dr. Al Jaber said: "The peoples of the Caribbean have been on the front lines of climate change for longer than most.
  • As mandated by the Paris Climate Agreement, COP28 UAE will deliver the first ever Global Stocktake – a comprehensive evaluation of progress against climate goals.

COP28 President-Designate visits Barbados, meeting with Prime Minister and leaders of the Caribbean Community to keep focus on reforming climate finance

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Friday, August 11, 2023
Business development, 2019 UN Climate Action Summit, COP28, Global stocktake, Speech, HOPE, Foreign Affairs, Multimedia, Carbon, Paris Agreement, International trade, CARICOM, Development, Expo 2020, Climate change, Climate finance, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade (Jamaica), Home, Economic development, Climate, Communes of Burundi, MDB, Sustainable development, Conference, CO2, Independent, Agriculture, Renewable energy, Drug, Holetown

"The peoples of the Caribbean have been on the front lines of climate change for longer than most.

Key Points: 
  • "The peoples of the Caribbean have been on the front lines of climate change for longer than most.
  • This region knows only too well the human and economic costs of too little finance for climate adaptation and resilience."
  • Dr. Al Jaber said: "The peoples of the Caribbean have been on the front lines of climate change for longer than most.
  • As mandated by the Paris Climate Agreement, COP28 UAE will deliver the first ever Global Stocktake – a comprehensive evaluation of progress against climate goals.

Arajet Launches Direct Route Between Santo Domingo and Kingston

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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Arajet, the Dominican Republic's new low-fare airline, today announced the launch of a direct route with two weekly frequencies to connect the Dominican Republic and Jamaica.

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  • Arajet, the Dominican Republic's new low-fare airline, today announced the launch of a direct route with two weekly frequencies to connect the Dominican Republic and Jamaica.
  • The new route represents a significant opportunity for Arajet to stimulate the air and tourist traffic between Santo Domingo and Kingston, strengthen ties between the two regions and build a bridge that allows communication and transportation of national and international travelers.
  • Arajet will offer two weekly frequencies to Jamaica on Mondays and Fridays with tickets starting at US $257 and flights departing from Santo Domingo at 17:20 and arriving at 17:55 in Jamaica and departing at 18:40 from Jamaica and arriving at 21:05 in Santo Domingo.
  • And later, from Santo Domingo, they can also take advantage of our new direct route to Kingston and get infected with their reggae and visit the waterfalls at Ocho Ros, Montego Bay and all the other scenic destinations this beautiful country has to offer.

Jamaica and Emirates Airlines in Talks – To Build New Partnerships

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
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The aim of these discussions is to enhance connectivity between the regions by facilitating airlift.

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  • The aim of these discussions is to enhance connectivity between the regions by facilitating airlift.
  • Sheikh Majid Al Mualla, Divisional Senior Vice President International Affairs and Mr. Adnan Kazim, Chief Commercial Officer from Emirates Airlines were also present at the meeting.
  • Launched in UAE, the World Free Zone Organization will be hosting its annual AICE 2022 June 13 17 in Jamaica.
  • Given Jamaicas geographical location in the center of the Americas, the efforts are being made at an opportune time between Emirates Airlines and Jamaica to be partners to the wider region.

Expectations High for Jamaica National Day at Expo 2020 Dubai

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Sunday, February 13, 2022
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This is the highlight week of Jamaicas participation in the World Expo said Essie Gardner, Commissioner General for the Jamaica Pavilion.

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  • This is the highlight week of Jamaicas participation in the World Expo said Essie Gardner, Commissioner General for the Jamaica Pavilion.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220212005001/en/
    The Jamaica Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai (Photo: Business Wire)
    The celebrations on 18th February will begin with a flag raising ceremony at the Stage of Nations in the Al Wasl Dome, the centre piece of Expo 2020 Dubai.
  • In an exciting initiative, the first ever Global Tourism Resilience Day is set to be launched at Expo 2020 Dubai on 17February by Minister Bartlett.
  • Each participating country is recognized and celebrated with a National or Honour Day at the ongoing World Expo in Dubai.