Matthew Samuda
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Father, Jamaican, MP StAnn North East, Minister responsible for Water, Environment, Climate Change #NewJamaica #BetterJamaica
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Joined April 2010
Yesterday I was sworn in as Senator, and as a Minister w/o Portfolio for the second time. As I reflect on the on the occasion I’m thankful for the opportunity to serve Jamaica 🇯🇲 and commit to doing my best to further the development interests of all Jamaicans.
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Honored to bring remarks at the Opening Ceremony of COP18 for the “Convention for the Protection and Development of the Marine Environment of the Wider Caribbean Region”, under the theme “Uniting for a Resilient Caribbean.” 🌊 The Gov. of Jamaica 🇯🇲 reaffirms its unwavering
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The groundbreaking ceremony for the Boot 2 Commercial Landscape is underway in Drax Hall, St. Ann! This development will become a vibrant service hub for residents and visitors alike. Prime Minister Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness is set to deliver the keynote address, don’t
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Yesterday I met with representatives of the British High Commission and the FCDO to discuss the Sustainable Blue Economy Technical Assistance Platform and Jamaica’s participation. We also discussed further corporation and support for Marine Protected areas, the upcoming COP30
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Greetings folks, please take note of the forecast from the @MetserviceJA for today. ☔️ 🌧️ ☔️
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Yesterday, I stopped by the Pineapple Craft Market to engage with local vendors and discuss ways to both improve their infrastructure and drive business. Markets like this play an important role in the local economy, providing income for artisans and small business owners while
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The site for the Ocho Rios Health Centre upgrades, valued at $818 million, has been officially handed over paving the way for works to begin in just 10 days. This investment will significantly improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare for residents of Ocho Rios and
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Enough is enough
Today, I visited the community of Commodore in Linstead, St. Catherine, to personally extend my deepest condolences to the families affected by the senseless and brutal attack that claimed the lives of four innocent Jamaicans. This is a tragedy that has left an entire community
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The sheer scale of progress is undeniable. Our two new Super Post-Panamax Gantry Cranes are in full view, making their entry into the Kingston Harbour right now, guided by our esteemed marine pilots! As owner of the Terminal, the PAJ supports the acquisition of these
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The IRS will soon begin enforcing Form 1099-DA, a major change in how digital assets are reported. The biggest shift: You’ll now have to track cost basis per wallet, not universally across all wallets. Here’s what that means and how to get ready...
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Two hundred ornamental and fruit trees have been planted along a section of the I-95 Corridor of Municipal Boulevard in Portmore, St. Catherine, in observance of National Tree Planting Day. The ceremony and tree-planting initiative was hosted by the Forestry Department on
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Building Jamaica @AndrewHolnessJM @NestaJA
The Troy Bridge in Trelwany is making steady progress 🚧⚒️ Back filling of the approach road almost complete ✅️. The approach road is being constructed using river shingles as the base material, a natural aggregate. #NWAUPDATE
#nwajamaica
#troybridge
#trelawnyjamaica
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Let’s make tree planting a habit. Let’s make it a part of our culture and identity as citizens of Jamaica 🇯🇲 and our planet. We are “Cultivating Growth… Tree Planting We a Promote!” Happy #NationalTreePlantingDay #ForestryDeptJa #TreePlanting
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After 2 days of intense negotiations at the Technical meetings we have commenced the High Level session of XXIV meeting of the forum of Ministers of Environment of Latin America and the Caribbean here in Lima, Peru. This forum is focussed on critical issues affecting the region
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Police allowed people into the Capitol on January 6. 300 people were permitted to enter through the Upper West Terrace doors. Watch the whole way as it gets better and better. I'm the guy with the US flag bandana that the officer opens the door for at 1:02. Follow me for more
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Prime Minister Dr. The Most Honourable Andrew Holness Urges Global Partnership at UNGA80 to Tackle Climate, Debt, Poverty, Conflicts and Crime
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The Meteorological Service has: Extended the Flash Flood Warning for low-lying and flood-prone areas of St. Thomas, Kingston & St. Andrew, St. Catherine, Clarendon, Manchester, St. Elizabeth, Westmoreland, and Hanover; effective until 8:00 a.m. on Monday, September 29, 2025.
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For small island developing states like ours, climate change is not an abstract threat, it is a lived reality. Droughts, floods, hurricanes, and rising seas continue to impact our people and our development, with 90% of our GDP concentrated along coastal regions. Over the last
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At today’s COP30–IEA–UN High-Level Dialogue in New York, the 🇯🇲 government reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating a just and equitable energy transition. Together with global partners, we are working to triple renewable energy capacity and double efficiency by 2030; placing
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It was good to join the MHPM @AndrewHolnessJM at this morning’s meeting of the @oceanpanel
This morning, I attended the United Nation’s High-Level Panel on Sustainable Ocean Economy. The ocean is one of our most valuable resources, it supports climate stability, biodiversity, jobs, and food security. It’s worth to people and the planet cannot be overstated, which is
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This effort was all about restoring & protecting one of 🇯🇲’s most important marine spaces the Kgn Harbour. By removing waste & raising awareness, we’re taking steps to safeguard marine life, improve water quality, & create a cleaner, healthier future. 🌍 ♻️ Together, we can
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