Gov’t of Jamaica applauds the efforts of the JCA

THE JAMAICA Customs Agency (JCA) continues to improve its service delivery in respect of its mandates through enhanced partnerships within Jamaica, the region, and the world.

While Jamaica is known mainly for imports, the Government of Jamaica has increased its export of products and by-products loved by our nationals and foreigners alike. As such, trade and improving Jamaica’s competitive advantage i n this sphere is of great importance to the Government of Jamaica as we work to guarantee the seamless flow of products and services throughout the borders of the country.

Congratulations to the staff and leadership of the agency for ensuring that this remains a reality through their maintained partnerships with regional and global administrations. In this regard, the celebration of Customs Week 2024 takes on added significance as we treat with trade and border security matters at Jamaica Customs.

The JCA continues to improve and enhance its skill set and resources to ensure Jamaica is able to detect and deter. Partnering with other local law enforcement entities has aided the JCA’s increased detection and seizure of illicit activities and items while collaborating with international partners on cross-border training and the acquisition of equipment by donations, highlight just some of the ways our international partners have assisted the JCA, and Jamaica, in advancing the goals of Vision 2030 National Development Plan.

In achieving its mandates of border protection, trade facilitation and revenue collection the Jamaica Customs Agency has recognised the importance of having the necessary resources to undertake its functions effectively, including human resources and advanced technology.

The Government of Jamaica applauds the efforts of the Jamaica Customs Agency which continue to yield tremendous results for the benefit of all.

As we commemorate Customs Week 2024, under the International Customs Day theme: ‘Customs Engaging Traditional and New Partners with Purpose’, I urge all stakeholders of the JCA to apply the theme and purposefully build and sustain mutual relations. Happy International Customs Day 2024!