Kingston, 6 September 2022 (TDI): The Prime Minister (PM) of Jamaica, Andrew Holness met the President of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Abdullah Shahid. He greeted the President of the UN General Assembly and welcomed the delegation with him.
(1/3) This morning, I had the opportunity of greeting His Excellency Abdullah Shahid, President of the United Nations General Assembly and his delegation with a warm Jamaican welcome. pic.twitter.com/MiSVLxP2Q7
— Andrew Holness (@AndrewHolnessJM) September 5, 2022
The Jamaican Prime Minister, Holness added that the conversation was a meaningful one. He said that climate change, financing of the debt, youth development and issues, and education-related aspects were discussed during his meeting with the UNGA President.
(2/3) We had meaningful discussions on the threats posed by climate change, particularly for Small Island Developing States (SIDS), Education, Youth and Debt Financing. pic.twitter.com/zVu9PdUaif
— Andrew Holness (@AndrewHolnessJM) September 5, 2022
Discussion on Climate Change’s Threat
The Prime Minister of Jamaica, Holness mentioned the threats of climate change to the Small Island Developing States (SIDS). He raised the attention of the President of UNGA, that Jamaica, which also comes under SIDS faces the existential threats of Climate Change.
He also hoped that the issue of threats to the Small Island Developing States (SIDS) from climate change will be raised in the General Assembly session 2022.
Prime Minister Holness also assured the cooperation of the Jamaican state with the United Nations for sustainable prosperity.
(3/3) Climate change poses an existential threat to Small Island Developing States (SIDS), like Jamaica. As we work toward sustainable prosperity, we will ensure that these issues receive attention at the 2022 United Nations General Assembly. pic.twitter.com/PZL93atyiD
— Andrew Holness (@AndrewHolnessJM) September 5, 2022
Further, the President of the UN General Assembly, Shahid, also met the Jamaican Foreign Minister, Kamina J. Smith. The meeting with Foreign Minister Smith happened at the Prime Minister’s Office.
H.E Abdulla Shahid, President, 76th Session, United Nations General Assembly (#UNGA) met with the Most Hon. Prime Minister @AndrewHolnessJM & Foreign Affairs Minister, Sen. the Hon @KaminaJSmith,at the Offices of the PM, on the final day of his three day working visit. pic.twitter.com/rf6XWRFaNk
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade GOJ (@mfaftja) September 5, 2022
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Appreciation by UNGA President
The President of the UN General Assembly, Abdullah Shahid appreciated the Jamaican government and the officials of the UN Women for their efforts in the country. He also encouraged the resilient position of the people in Jamaica.
Departing Jamaica after a very productive visit.
Witnessed the incredible resilience of the people. My best wishes to the people & Govt as they chart their way forward to meet their growth aspirations.
🙏 to the Govt & @UNJamaica for the wonderful hospitality & arrangements. pic.twitter.com/3mj0MxJsw2
— UN GA President (@UN_PGA) September 6, 2022
President Shahid also added that the people and government in this country are working on their way to meet the aspirations of growth.
He also congratulated the Prime Minister, Holness for making Jamaica a country with achievements.
Congratulated Prime Minister @AndrewHolnessJM on the many achievements made by Jamaica 🇯🇲, as the country celebrates its 60th anniversary of independence, and @UN membership.
Also exchanged views on youth, tourism, climate change, and multidimensional vulnerabilities of #SIDS. pic.twitter.com/YEZLcC17KL
— UN GA President (@UN_PGA) September 5, 2022
Nevertheless, the President of the UN General Assembly also congratulated the Prime Minister for their independence and the 60th anniversary of getting the UN’s membership.
