AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHurricane Recovery: The IMF is urging Jamaica to speed up post-Melissa rebuilding, warning that delays could weaken growth and the restoration of tourism. It backed the government’s fiscal response but flagged procurement and coordination gaps at the new reconstruction authority. Parliament: Tensions persist after last week’s clash, with the Opposition pressing to resume debate on its censure motion. G2K has also rejected Mark Golding’s call for an independent Speaker, disputing his account of Barbados’ model. Housing: The government is moving ahead with a $24-billion partnership with China Harbour Engineering to build 1,446 homes in St James, including units reserved for tourism workers. Public Health: Health Minister Christopher Tufton says he will table a report assessing the performance and governance of 13 public bodies. Women’s World Cup: Jamaica’s joint 2031 bid with the US, Mexico and Costa Rica has met FIFA’s hosting requirements; the proposal includes Kingston as a host city and goes to a vote on November 23.
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