Aubyn Hill to discuss investment
published: Thursday | March 9, 2006

CHAIRMAN OF the National Investment Bank of Jamaica Aubyn Hill will close the final in a panel discussion series hosted by the Cabinet Office today when he undertakes an analysis of the developments in Jamaica's physical and social infrastructure and the linkages that have been created across various sectors in the economy.

Mr. Hill is an accomplished banker whose successful career spans many decades, continents and countries. Joining Mr. Hill on the panel will be the Hon. Robert Pickersgill, Minister of Transport and Works, and Dennis Morrison, chief technical director in the Development Division of the Cabinet Office. His presentation will set the stage for the discussion, with an examination of how improved road infrastructure and port expansion, including the expansion of both international airports, have facilitated development and growth in the economy.

FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT

An economist with vast experience in the aluminium industry, Mr. Morrison is also chairman of the Jamaica Tourist Board and the Airports Authority of Jamaica. His presentation will identify the linkages between infrastructural development and investment, a factor that is largely responsible for the high level of foreign direct investment into the country, particularly in the tourism industry.

The panel discussion series was organised by the Cabinet Office to analyse Jamaica's progress toward achieving growth and to determine the next steps to reach our national goals.