Top diplomats and the prime minister hashed out hurricane aid and crime fighting. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Jamaican leader Andrew Holness held a call focused on recovery efforts after a major storm. Rubio reaffirmed American support for rebuilding more resilient infrastructure on the island.
The Secretary praised Jamaica's management of relief work and the quick return of essential services. Holness thanked the United States for its assistance during the crisis. Their discussion covered the substantial reconstruction task ahead, including potential private sector involvement.
Security partnership was another key topic, with Rubio calling Jamaica a reliable regional ally. He congratulated Holness on reducing serious crime while highlighting shared concerns over gun and drug trafficking. The Prime Minister outlined his nation's comprehensive security strategy.
Holness noted Jamaica's role in the Haitian Gang Suppression Force as part of its regional duties. He also welcomed the recent U.S. travel advisory upgrade for the island, linking it to improved safety. This change supports tourism and deeper people-to-people connections, he said.
Both leaders agreed to maintain close contact, strengthening ties on economic development and energy issues. They emphasized shared democratic values and ongoing cooperation on immigration and regional stability. The conversation reinforced the longstanding partnership between the two nations.
The Secretary praised Jamaica's management of relief work and the quick return of essential services. Holness thanked the United States for its assistance during the crisis. Their discussion covered the substantial reconstruction task ahead, including potential private sector involvement.
Security partnership was another key topic, with Rubio calling Jamaica a reliable regional ally. He congratulated Holness on reducing serious crime while highlighting shared concerns over gun and drug trafficking. The Prime Minister outlined his nation's comprehensive security strategy.
Holness noted Jamaica's role in the Haitian Gang Suppression Force as part of its regional duties. He also welcomed the recent U.S. travel advisory upgrade for the island, linking it to improved safety. This change supports tourism and deeper people-to-people connections, he said.
Both leaders agreed to maintain close contact, strengthening ties on economic development and energy issues. They emphasized shared democratic values and ongoing cooperation on immigration and regional stability. The conversation reinforced the longstanding partnership between the two nations.
