Canada and Jamaica Strengthen Partnership for Climate Resilience and Economic Opportunities

Kingston, Jamaica — Canada and Jamaica reaffirmed their long-standing partnership on September 20, 2024, during a meeting between Canada’s Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, Ahmed Hussen, and Senator & Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of Jamaica, Kamina J. Smith. The meeting focused on key priorities, including strengthening climate resilience in the Caribbean and enhancing economic opportunities for both countries.

In a tweet following the discussion, Minister Hussen shared, “Canada and Jamaica share over 62 years of friendship. This morning, Minister Kamina Smith and I discussed working together on shared priorities, including building climate resilience in the Caribbean and creating more economic opportunities for both our countries.”

Canada and Jamaica share over 62 years of friendship 🇯🇲🇨🇦

This morning, Minister @kaminajsmith and I discussed working together on shared priorities, including building climate resilience in the Caribbean and creating more economic opportunities for both our countries. pic.twitter.com/WEKRWA5QUc

— Ahmed Hussen (@HonAhmedHussen) September 20, 2024

The meeting is part of broader efforts to deepen the relationship between Canada and Jamaica, focusing on mutual goals in environmental sustainability and economic development. Both countries are looking to leverage their cooperation to address the growing challenges posed by climate change in the region while fostering opportunities for economic growth.

As Canada continues to support Caribbean nations in addressing climate risks, the discussions mark another step forward in their decades-long partnership, highlighting their commitment to shared goals and future collaboration.

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