Jamaica’s finance minister to address diaspora in “Let’s Connect” virtual town hall

In a bid to enhance engagement with the diaspora, Jamaica’s Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Fayval Williams, will headline the upcoming “Let’s Connect” virtual town hall, hosted by Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks.

The highly anticipated session, set for Thursday, January 30, at 7:00 PM EDT, comes as Jamaica unveils a series of ambitious investment opportunities worth billions.

“The Jamaican diaspora has been the bedrock of our nation’s development,” stated Ambassador Marks, emphasizing the importance of maintaining transparent communication channels with Jamaicans abroad. “Through this forum, we are committed to providing our people with direct access to the most current and accurate information about their homeland.”

Minister Williams, who oversees Jamaica’s financial framework, is expected to address key concerns stemming from the recent SSL scandal. She will also outline the government’s strengthened measures to safeguard the island’s capital markets. Her participation is aimed at restoring confidence in Jamaica’s financial sector, which continues to demonstrate resilience despite global challenges.

The town hall will highlight several lucrative investment opportunities, including the government’s planned divestment of its J$10-billion stake in TransJamaican Highway Limited, the strategic sale of business process outsourcing (BPO) assets held by the Port Authority of Jamaica, and the anticipated initial public offering of WIP Energy Limited.

Additionally, with evolving U.S. immigration policies impacting Jamaicans at home and abroad, the forum will feature prominent Jamaican immigration attorneys Sekou Clarke and Andrew Francis. Their expertise is particularly timely as sweeping changes to immigration regulations under U.S. policy continue to affect citizenship applications, visa processes, residency matters, and deportation concerns.

“Let’s Connect,” part of an ongoing series, has become an indispensable bridge between Jamaica’s diplomatic mission and its citizens in the United States. The platform facilitates direct dialogue on issues ranging from everyday life in the U.S. to updates on Jamaican governmental policies and Embassy initiatives.

Over the years, the series has featured an array of high-profile guests, including U.S. government officials, leaders of international organizations, and prominent members of the Jamaican diaspora, solidifying its role as a vital communication channel.