Jamaica Gleaner News- Business - Tuesday

MAJ officer returns with French prize

Carolyn Graham, public relations officer at the Maritime Authority of Jamaica (MAJ), has returned to the island with a top French prize, having completed her masters degree in maritime affairs, specialising in maritime education and training from the World Maritime University...

Divestment fears trouble workers

The divestment of Jamaica's sugar industry could have a catastrophic effect on thousands of workers who know little else than the swinging whiz of a cutlass.

Shaw comforts business community

Leaders in the business community have been comforted by Minister of Finance and the Public Service Audley Shaw's broadcast to the nation on Sunday night.During his broadcast, Shaw sought to alleviate concerns about the state of the economy and some major players...

Ecuador audit recommends default on 40% debt

A presidential commission recommended last Thursday that Ecuador default on almost 40 per cent of its foreign debt after finding "illegalities and illegitimacies" in the contracts. President Rafael Correa said he would seek to halt payment on those debts...