Members of the diaspora calls for ‘measurable action’ on plans to improve relations with Jamaica
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July 7, 2026
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KINGSTON, Jamaica—Eddy Edwards, vice-mayor of Miramar, who attended the recent four-day 11th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference in Montego Bay, says there was no clear-cut plan to improve doing business in Jamaica with members of the diaspora, and for the island to accept assistance from overseas in the technical and healthcare sectors.
“There were some efforts to address these concerns, but in my opinion more discussion is needed,” said Edwards, who was a member of the South Florida delegation.
“There wasn’t any real high point for me; a number of the speakers presented a positive image of Jamaica’s development, highlighting the resilience and quick recovery from Hurricane Melissa.
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