Jamaica can be a regional technology hub – PM Holness

Jamaica is to be positioned as the technology and innovation hub of the Caribbean, says Prime Minister, Andrew Holness.

“We are known for our athletes, music, and culture. Now we must become known for being innovators and creators in science and technology,” he said.

He was making his contribution to the 2022-23 Budget Debate in the House of Representatives last Thursday.

Prime Minister Holness noted that one of the “systemic transformations of the education system” involves addressing the need for quality education and alignment with future job markets.

Against this backdrop, he said investing in the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM), is vital to producing new ideas and technologies that will “expand and increase the efficiency of our traditional industries”. “We must also create and invest in the industries of the future to diversify our industrial and productive base,” he added.