AGP Executive Report

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NaRRA Reconstruction Push: Cabinet met with the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority and key agencies to fast-track post-hurricane projects, with PM Andrew Holness stressing “concentric circles” to cut bureaucracy and delays. Judiciary Remembers Ian Forte: Jamaica’s Court of Appeal held a special sitting to pay tribute to former President Justice Ian Forte, praising his integrity and impact on jurisprudence. Customs Modernisation: Jamaica Customs will let authorised dealers’ new vehicles clear faster—moving to post-clearance checks effective June 22 to reduce time and cost for low-risk imports. Roads for Kingston Congestion: Plans are advancing to dualise East King’s House Road and Lady Musgrave Road, alongside drainage, utilities, signals and broadband ducts, with Cabinet approval expected by Aug. 31. Digital Connectivity in St. James: USF restored 30 community Wi-Fi sites after Hurricane Melissa, using fibre plus satellite and solar backup. Third-Country Transit Deal: Jamaica signed an MoU with the US to allow up to 25 people every two weeks to transit via the island, with no permanent settlement. Labour & Social Policy: Labour Minister Pearnel Charles Jr. linked productivity to resilience, while child-labour reporting was urged at a World Day Against Child Labour event. Sports & Culture: Jamaica’s JAAA nationals saw Ashanti Moore and Christopher Taylor lead 200m qualifiers; Jamaica also reaffirmed global reparations commitment at a Ghana conference.

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