GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 1st Oct. During the official visit of Jamaica’s Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness to India from September 30 to October 3, 2024, both nations inked a series of strategic agreements aimed at deepening cooperation across diverse sectors. The visit marked a significant milestone in bilateral relations, promoting mutual growth and development.
One of the primary agreements signed was a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Digital Public Infrastructure between the Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and the Jamaican Office of the Prime Minister. The agreement, represented by Ms. Dana Morris Dixon on the Jamaican side and Shri Pankaj Chaudhary, Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance from India, seeks to enhance financial inclusion and socio-economic transformation. This collaboration aims to leverage successful digital public infrastructure models to facilitate Jamaica’s financial and technological progress, mirroring India’s expertise in this area.
Another pivotal outcome of the visit was an MoU between NPCI International Payments Limited and Egov Jamaica Limited, focused on expanding the use of digital payments. This agreement is a step forward in promoting digital financial transactions, enabling easier, more efficient financial services for Jamaican citizens.
Furthering cultural ties, the two nations signed an MoU on Cultural Exchange for the period 2024-2029. This agreement, signed by Ms. Kamina Johnson Smith, Jamaica’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Shri Pankaj Chaudhary, focuses on enhancing bilateral cultural exchanges, fostering people-to-people connections, and encouraging cultural diplomacy. This program is expected to promote greater understanding of each country’s traditions and heritage, building stronger bonds.
Lastly, in the realm of sports, an MoU on Sports Cooperation was signed, involving India’s Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports and Jamaica’s Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment & Sport. This agreement aims to boost sports collaborations between the two nations, fostering the exchange of knowledge and expertise in various sports disciplines.
The visit by Prime Minister Holness highlighted the growing importance of Jamaica in India’s strategic partnerships with Caribbean nations. These agreements reflect the shared vision of both countries to promote technological innovation, cultural exchange, and sports cooperation, while also strengthening diplomatic ties that will benefit both nations in the long term.
The agreements signed during this visit signify a significant leap in India-Jamaica cooperation, focusing on common development goals in areas such as technology, culture, and sports, paving the way for a robust partnership for years to come.
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