PM: Gov’t still hopeful Cuban medical programme can be made ‘compliant’

Jamaica Hopeful for New Cuban Medical Mission Agreement – PM Holness

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says Jamaica remains hopeful for a new arrangement with Cuba, as the existing Cuban Medical Mission comes to an end. “We continue […]

Jamaica – PM Holness Defends Termination of Cuban Medical Program After 50 Years

Prime Minister Andrew Holness has defended his administration’s decision to end Jamaica’s long-standing medical cooperation programme with Cuba, citing legal and regulatory concerns. Speaking during the National Budget Debate in Parliament on Thursday, Holness stated that a review of the 50-year-old programme revealed elements that were not fully compliant with Jamaica’s laws and certain international conventions. He noted that concerns included…

PM: Gov’t still hopeful Cuban medical programme can be made ‘compliant’

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has sought to counter a growing argument that Jamaica abandoned Cuba when his administration ended the 50-year medical cooperation programme earlier this month, insisting that the Government has stood up for its Caribbean neighbour. Speaking in the House of Representatives yesterday, while making his contribution to the 2026-2027 Budget Debate, Holness reiterated the Government’s position that aspects of the prog…