Country Poised for Sustainable Growth and Lower Unemployment – PM

• Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says Jamaica is poised for sustainable growth and even lower unemployment in the times ahead.
• Addressing residents, business interests, and other stakeholders at a Town Hall meeting at the Harmony Beach Park in Montego Bay, St. James, on August 31, the Prime Minister said it is against this background that he is calling on Jamaicans to maintain optimism and hold steadfast during times of change.
• He highlighted the country’s record low unemployment rate of 4.5%, while emphasizing the importance of remaining positive and focused, based on the progress achieved thus far.
• Jamaica’s unemployment rate has hit an all-time low, signalling the success of various government initiatives and economic policies implemented over the past years. In line with this, Mr. Holness noted that good things are happening in Jamaica by way of sound fiscal policies and the country’s proactive approach to good governance, which are reflective of strides in creating an environment that fosters economic growth and job creation.

(Source: JIS)