Pioneering J'can/French trade relations
FROM a few Peugeots, some wines and perfumes in 1978, to today's trade of landmark proportions, Ian K (Agencies) Limited has played a pioneering role in the development of trade between Jamaica and France.

Guardian to benefit more from RBTT deal
GUARDIAN HOLDINGS Ltd (GHL) and RBTT Financial Holdings Ltd (RBTT), according to paid advertisements in the press, have decided to alter the level of ownership the two companies have in each other.

Lee-Chin merges Berkshire Group
MICHAEL LEE-CHIN, president of the Berkshire Group of companies (Berkshire), and Tim Calibaba, President and Chairman, TWC Group of Companies Inc.

JEF slams new tax proposals
THE JAMAICA Employers Federation (JEF) is outraged at the Government's proposal to introduce GCT on health premiums to be applied to new policies effective June 1 this year, and on renewal date of existing policies...

Jamaican trade links to be upgraded
BETWEEN today and Sunday, China's Foreign Minister, His Excellency Li Xhaoxing, will be in Jamaica on an official visit. While here, he will meet with the Minister of Foreign Affair and Trade, the Governor-General and members of the Chinese community.

Financial services regulation boosted - Part one of a two-part series
THE DEVELOPMENT of the Jamaican financial system and its integration with regional and international financial markets has resulted in the emergence of a modern, diverse, dynamic and active financial sector.

RGD applicants to have Internet access
BY THE end of this year, customers of the Registrar General's Department (RGD) will be able to access the status of their applications online, instead of visiting or calling the offices that are located across the island.

Tourism industry complaints 'a trick' - JTB chairman
CHAIRMAN OF the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), Dennis Morrison, says that suggestions that the tourism sector is underperforming, with which he disagrees, was often a ploy used by industry players to get Government assistance.

New Liguanea plaza on target
THE project to develop a commercial complex at the site of the old Liguanea Post Office is on target, and the facility should be ready for occupation soon.

A prayer for Jamaica's Parliamentarians
I see that Jamaica's Parliament is looking for a new prayer in order to begin its proceedings.