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Jamaica: Simpson-Miller administration in process of rolling out nation-wide broadband
The prime minister acknowledged that issues regarding child protection and cyber security are important considerations in creating an enabling environment facilitated by broadband and ICTs, but said the government will not be daunted as it seeks “to collaborate with all stakeholders, local, regional and international, to mitigate against these threats to development.”
In the meantime, the prime minister congratulated Digicel on its bold investment in Jamaica, noting that through its network development and the work of its Foundation, the company has also invested over US$800 million in its almost 12 years in the island-nation.
Situated along the waterfront on Ocean Boulevard, the building was officially opened by Simpson-Miller; Digicel chairman, Denis O’Brien, and Brandon Thompson who attends the STEP Center, which is a school for the therapy, education and parenting of children with disabilities sponsored by the Digicel Foundation.
