CONTENT 1.INTRODUCTION
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Minister of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture & Fisheries Minister of Tourism The Mayor of Montego Bay BSJ Executive Director
2. GENERAL INFORMATION
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COPANT 2018 General Assembly Floor Plan
3. COPANT WEEK IN JAMAICA a. At A Glance b. Programme By Day 4. HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK a. The Welcome Reception b. The Gala Dinner c. BSJ National Workshop d. ISO Consumer Policy Committee (COPOLCO) Workshop 5. USEFUL INFORMATION a. Venue b. Transport c. Registration Details d. Currency & Exchange Rate e. Climate f. Tourism g. Electricity h. Language i. Emergencies and Insurance j. Telecommunications k. Contact Details 6. SPONSORS
Regionally Standardized, Globally Harmonized
GREETINGS
Honourable Audley Shaw, CD, MP
For an organization to be well run and have happy customers, it must have good management and leadership to ensure that goods and services meet customer satisfaction. We must create an enabling environment to support increased compliance, in particular, with international quality standards. It is critical that we gear up to tackle the challenges that we face globally, and position ourselves for survival and sustainable growth. One way to gain competitive advantage is to see how best to use standards to successfully compete globally. The adherence to quality standards has become a precious commodity in today’s world of trade. Standards are seen as powerful tools to stimulate trade, overcome artificial trade barriers and help level the playing field, in a world where the influence and economic weight of emerging economies is shifting the balance of power. In many ways, standards enable businesses to become more competitive, facilitating trade and the development of industries. Therefore, we must ensure that standards become a part of our everyday life and, that as a as a region, we speak with one voice. It is in this context that the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries congratulates the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ) in the hosting of the six-day Pan American Standards Commission (COPANT) General Assembly under the theme: “One Voice- Regionally Standardized, Globally Harmonized”. Today, with the Government’s increased focus on growth, the BSJ remains a constructive and relevant Agency of the Ministry, not only in fostering a growth-orientated business and investment climate, but also in promoting the use of standards as a tool for business growth. Therefore, I must commend the Bureau and staff for your continued commitment to standards, and indeed, to our country. Through all of this, we want to see more Jamaican businesses being able to generate and transform their businesses and produce high quality goods and services for both local and global markets, while using standards as an enabling tool. Once again, we congratulate the Bureau of Standards Jamaica on the hosting of this six-day General Assembly, and hope it will be a great success. Hon. Audley Shaw, CD, MP Minister of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries
GREETINGS
Honourable Edmund Bartlett
It gives me great pleasure to extend a warm welcome to the more than 100 delegates who are here in Jamaica for the 2018 Annual General Meetings of the Pan American Standards Commission (COPANT) and the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ) National Workshop. We are proud to be playing host to this important gathering of business leaders and even more proud that it is being held in our second city – the beautiful Montego Bay. As Minister of Tourism, I recognize the importance of global and regional collaboration to improve the product. It is through the sharing of ideas that we become a more competitive and progressive nation. I therefore support your theme “One Voice – Regionally Standardized, Globally Harmonized,” which will see industry leaders strategizing ways in which the region can improve standards development, through collaboration and consensus, to successfully compete globally. I am sure the outcomes of these important discussions will benefit the future of our country and have global impact. The importance to any destination of hosting major events like the COPANT General Assembly is tremendous. As we continue to diversify our tourism product, my Ministry is seeking to position Jamaica as a premier Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) destination. With one of the largest meeting facilities in the Caribbean – the Montego Bay Convention Centre and a wide range of offerings for both business and leisure travellers, we are confident that we have the right product mix to make it happen. I encourage you to make the organized tours planned for you a priority. I am sure when you take the time to visit our beautiful attractions and get to know our warm and welcoming people, it will be truly unforgettable. Wherever you go, you will encounter a special brand of Jamaican hospitality. I have no doubt the island’s natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere will facilitate the exchange of ideas and the meeting of minds. I wish you a successful event and fruitful deliberations. Thank you for making it Jamaica and please come again soon. Hon. Edmund Bartlett, MP Minister of Tourism
GREETINGS
It gives me immense pleasure to welcome you all to this very important 2018 Pan American Standards Commission, (COPANT) General Assembly. This very important meeting takes place at a time when the need for consumer protection and the maintenance of standards is paramount, as we move toward engendering a sense of confidence and appreciation for the goods and services provided. The theme of your conference “One voice-Regionally Standardized, Globally Harmonized�, is one which was properly thought out. Let me use this opportunity to thank the Bureau of Standards Jamaica and other members of the organizing committee for bringing all the stakeholders together in this fashion. This is truly a meeting of the minds, with one mission; to maintain standards and protect the interests of our consumers.
Councillor Homer Davis, JP
I extend a very special welcome to the delegates of this General Assembly. As Mayor of this city, I encourage you to take some time to enjoy the sights and scenes of our wonderful city, Montego Bay, the friendly city. I look forward to the deliberations which will take place during this conference and the far reaching decisions which will follow. I wish the Pan American Standards Commission (COPANT) General Assembly a tremendous success. Councillor Homer Davis, JP Mayor of Montego Bay
GREETINGS
Ladies, Gentlemen and Friends - Wah Gwaan! On behalf of the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ), it is a great pleasure for me to welcome you to the 2018 Annual General Meetings of the Pan American Standards Commission (COPANT) and the Bureau of Standards Jamaica (BSJ) National Workshop on The Future of Healthcare. I am delighted to be hosting these meetings in Montego Bay, Jamaica, the Island’s second city – a virtual tourist mecca. This is an exciting event for us at the BSJ, because for many of you it is your first time to Jamaica - as it is my first time to host a COPANT General Assembly. So I say “Welcome Mon!” The theme for the 2018 meetings is “One Voice - Regionally Standardized, Globally Harmonized.” The central focus of our week is to strategize ways in which the region can improve standards development, through collaboration and consensus, to successfully compete globally.
Stephen Wedderburn Executive Director
The programme for COPANT’s week in Jamaica is multifaceted, promising interactive workshops and breakout sessions; bilateral meetings, networking possibilities; organized tours, exhibitions and fun. Our national workshop is proposed to explore the theme “The Future of Healthcare: Natural Products – Medicinal Ganja in Support of Good Health”, in pursuits of Sustainable Healthcare through standardization and innovation. The day will outline the role of standards work in developing the health industry with quality services, alternative products, new technologies and equipment and the emergence of information systems. The goal is to learn the good practices from across the world in order to strengthen our national and regional healthcare systems. To close the week, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Consumer Policy Committee (COPOLCO) is organizing a Regional Training Workshop on Consumer Engagement. We also invite and encourage all participants to attend as we explore the opportunities for greater partnership as one standardization community. The BSJ is counting on you to join us with one voice to share the importance of standards in shaping our world. I look forward to seeing you all in Jamaica land we love. Sincerely, Stephen Wedderburn Executive Director, Bureau of Standards Jamaica
COPANT 2018 General Assembly Floor Plan CARIBBEAN SEA PIER
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SEMANA COPANT 2018 - Montego Bay, Jamaica COPANT WEEK 2018 - Montego Bay, Jamaica Domingo 15 abril Sunday 15 April
Lunes 16 abril Monday 16 April
Reunión de Asamblea General General Assembly meetingSala / Room: Rose Hall 08h30 - 17h30
Mañana Morning
Martes 17 abril Tuesday 17 April
Reunión de Asamblea General General Assembly meeting Sala / Room : Rose Hall 08h30 - 13h00 Grupo 1: Desarrollo de capacidades Group 1: Building capacities Sala / Room: Rose Hall 10h30-11h10 & 11h10-11h50 Grupo 2: Participación internacional Group 2: International participation Sala / Room: Mount Zion 10h30-11h10 & 11h10-11h50
Grupo 1: Involucrar a las partes interesadas Group 1: Engaging StakeholdersSala / Room: Trelawny 14h30-15h45 Grupo 2: Normas, reglamentos y políticas públicas Group 2: Standards, regulations and public policies Sala / Room: Rose Hall 14h30-15h45 & 16h15-17h30
Tarde Afternoon
Grupo 3: Sostenibilidad financiera de los ONNs Group 3: Financial sustainability of NSBs Sala / Room: Mount Zion 14h30-15h45 & 16h15-17h30 Grupo 4: Digitalización de la normalizaciónGroup 4: Digitization of standardization Sala / Room: Port Antonio 16h15-17h30
Noche Evening
Recepción de bienvenida
15ª reunión ISO/TMB/STMG
Welcome reception
15º meeting ISO/TMB/STMGSala / Room: Mount Zion 18h00 - 20h00
Lugar / Place Sunrise Beach 19h00 - 21h00 (Código de vestimenta: Casual de negocios, Trae algo blanco / Business casual, Bring something white)
Grupo 3: Evaluación de la conformidad Group 3: Conformity assessment Sala / Room: Trelawny 10h30-11h10 & 11h10-11h50 Consejo Directivo Board of Directors Sala / Room : Falmouth 14h30 - 18h00
Rueda de Negocios Speed Networking Sala / Room : Trelawny 14h30 - 17h30
Miércoles 18 abril Jueves 19 abril Wednesday 18 April Thursday 19 April
Taller de COPANT COPANT Workshop Sala / Room: Rose Hall 08h30 - 10h00 16h15 - 17h30
Taller de BSJ"El Futuro de la Asisitencia Sanitaria"Productos naturales - Ganja medicinal en apoyo de la buena saludBSJ
Sesiones de la mañana Morning sessions 10h30-12h30 • Economía De La Tercera Edad … • Silver Economy And Disabled People Sala / Room: Rose Hall
Workshop“The Future of Healthcare”Natural Products – Medicinal Ganja in Support of Good Health 09h00 - 15h00 Sala / Room: Rose Hall
Jueves 19 abril Thursday 19 April
• Economía de Servicios • Service Economy Sala / Room: Falmouth • Uso Compartido de Infraestructura de Calidad • Shared Use Of Quality Infrastructure Sala / Room: Trelawny
Sesiones de la tarde Afternoon sessions 14h00-16h00 • Políticas Públicas Para Sistemas Energéticos … • Public Policies For Energy Systems ... Sala / Room: Rose Hall
Reunión PTB Normalizadores del Sello Ambiental de América Cerrado - solo miembros PTB Meeting Standardisers Environmental Seal of America
Taller ISO/COPOLCO ISO/COPOLCO Workshop 09h00 - 17h00 Sala / Room : Rose Hall
Closed - Only for members 15h00 - 19h00 Sala / Room: Mount Zion
• ISO 37001 Sistema De Gestión Anti Soborno• ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management System Sala / Room: Mount Zion • Objetivos De Desarrollo Sostenible• Sustainable Development Goals Sala / Room: Falmouth
Cena de Gala Gala Dinner Lugar / Place: Sugar Mill Falls 20h00 - 23h00 (Código de vestimenta: Formal / Dress code: Formal)
Código de vestimenta para la semana: Casual de negocios / Dress code for the week: Business casual
COPANT WEEK IN JAMAICA PROGRAMME BY DAY DATE
TIME
ACTIVITY
VENUE
SUNDAY, APRIL 15
13:00-17:00
COPANT REGISTRATION
ROSE HALL
19:00-21:00
COPANT WELCOME RECEPTION
SUNSET BEACH RESORTS
C O PA N T G E N E R A L A S S E M B LY - D AY 1
MONDAY, APRIL 16
7:00-8:00
BREAKFAST
FRESH RESTAURANT
8:00-8:30
COPANT REGISTRATION
ROSE HALL
8:30-9:00
OPENING SESSION
ROSE HALL
9:00-10:00
REPORTS
ROSE HALL
10:00-10:30
COFFEE BREAK
PRE FUNCTION AREA
10:30-12:00
PANELS
ROSE HALL
12:00-12:20
TOPICS FOR DISCUSSIONS AND ACTION TAKEN
ROSE HALL
12:20-12:30
ELECTIONS
ROSE HALL
12:30-13:00
CLOSING ITEMS
ROSE HALL
13:00-14:30
LUNCH
FRESH RESTAURANT
14:30-15:45
BREAKOUT SESSIONS Group 1: Engaging Stakeholders
15:45-16:15 15:15-17:30 18:00-20:00
TRELAWNY
Group 2: Standards, Regulations and Public Policies
ROSE HALL
Group 3: Financial Sustainability of NSBs
MOUNT ZION
COFFEE BREAK
Group 2: Standards, Regulations and Public Policies
PRE FUNCTION AREA ROSE HALL
Group 3: Financial Sustainability of NSBs
MOUNT ZION
Group 4: Digitization of standardization
PORT ANTONIO
ISO/TMB/STMG (closed session)
MOUNT ZION
CLOSING OF DAY 1 7:00-8:30 8:30-9:00
C O PA N T G E N E R A L A S S E M B LY - D AY 2 BREAKFAST
FRESH RESTAURANT
COPANT REGISTRATION
ROSE HALL
9:00-9:40
PANEL
9:40-10:00
PRESENTATION ON THE BREAK-OUT SESSIONS
10:00-10:30
DISCUSSION SESSION
ROSE HALL
COFFEE BREAK
PRE FUNCTION AREA
10:00-10:30
ROSE HALL ROSE HALL
BREAKOUT SESSIONS 10:30-11:10 TUESDAY, APRIL 17
11:10-11:50
Group 1: Building Capacity
ROSE HALL
Group 2: Increase Participation in International Work in Specific Economic Areas
MOUNT ZION
Group 3: Promoting Effective Conformity Assessment Services
TRELAWNY
11:50-12:50
REPORTS
12:50-13:00
CLOSING ITEMS
ROSE HALL ROSE HALL
13:00-14:30
LUNCH
14:30-17:30
COPANT Board of Director’s Meeting
FALMOUTH
14:30-17:30
COPANT Networking Session
TRELAWNY & PORT ANTONIO (ISO)
CLOSING OF DAY 2
FRESH RESTAURANT
DATE
TIME
ACTIVITY C O PA N T W O R K S H O P - D AY 3
VENUE
BREAKFAST
FRESH RESTAURANT
8:30-9:00
REGISTRATION
ROSE HALL
9:00-9:15
OPENING SESSION
ROSE HALL
9:15-10:00
TWINNING ARRANGEMENT
ROSE HALL
10:00-10:30
COFFEE BREAK
PRE FUNCTION AREA
10:30–12:30
Group 1: How can standards support the Silver Economy and Disabled People
ROSE HALL
Group 2: Service Economy Methodology for Standardization
FALMOUTH
7:00-8:30
MORNING BREAKOUT SESSIONS
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18
Group 3: Shared use of Quality Infrastructure
PORT ANTONIO
12:30-14:00
LUNCH
FRESH RESTAURANT
14:30-16:00
Group 4: Public Policies for Energy Systems (Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Renewable Energy) Group 5: ISO 37001 Anti-bribery Management System
AFTERNOON BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Group 6: Sustainable Development Goals
ROSE HALL ROOM MOUNT ZION FALMOUTH
16:15-17:30
CONCLUSION OF SESSIONS
ROSE HALL
18:30-19:30
GALA DINNER
SUGAR MILL FALLS
CLOSING OF DAY 3
B S J W O R K S H O P - D AY 4
THURSDAY, APRIL 19
7:30-8:30
BREAKFAST
8:30-9:00
REGISTRATION
9:00-9:30
OPENING SESSION
9:30:10:25
PRESENTATIONS
10:30-10:45
COFFEE BREAK
PRE FUNCTION AREA
10:45-12:00
PRESENTATIONS (Cont’d)
ROSE HALL
12:00-13:15
LUNCH
FRESH RESTAURANT
13:20-14:20
PRESENTATIONS (Cont’d)
ROSE HALL
14:30-16:00
PANEL DISCUSSION
ROSE HALL
15:15-15:30
COFFEE BREAK
15:30-16:00
PANEL DISCUSSION (Cont’d)
PRE FUNCTION AREA
15:30-18:00
PTB Meeting (closed session)
ROSE HALL
CLOSING OF DAY 4
FRESH RESTAURANT ROSE HALL ROSE HALL ROSE HALL
ROSE HALL
DATE
TIME
ACTIVITY I S O / C O P O L C O W O R K S H O P D AY 5 BREAKFAST
FRESH RESTAURANT
8:30-9:00
REGISTRATION
ROSE HALL
9:00-9:15
OPENING SESSION
ROSE HALL
9:15-9:45
Ice Breaking Activity
ROSE HALL
9:45-10:15
Standards and Consumer Protection: the big picture
ROSE HALL
10:15-10:45
Consumer International: Campaigning for Consumer protection worldwide
ROSE HALL
10:45-11:00
COFFEE BREAK
PRE FUNCTION AREA
11:00-11:30
ISO and ISO/COPOLCO: Consumers gateway into standards and policy
ROSE HALL
11:30-12:30
Models and Practises for Consumer Participation in Standards
ROSE HALL
LUNCH
FRESH RESTAURANT
7:00-8:30
FRIDAY, APRIL 20
VENUE
12:30:14:00 14:00-14:15
Online reputation: setting the standard for reliable online reviews
14:15-15:00
Sharing economy and related digital protection issues
ROSE HALL
15-00-15:45
Adventure Tourism : Standards and implementation
ROSE HALL
COFFEE BREAK
PRE FUNCTION AREA
15:45-16:00 16:00-17:00
Discussion at Tables & Development of National Action Plans
17:00-17:15
Reporting from Tables
17:15-17:30
Conclusion and Acknowledgements END OF DAY 5
ROSE HALL
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Highlights of the Week
Welcom Reception
Gala Dinner
As a means of saying Welcome to Jamaica, an informal get-together will be held for all participants and their guests on Sunday, 15 April. The evening will offer a taste of Jamaican cuisine and provide the opportunity for delegates to network over drinks at a unique outdoor seaside ambience at the Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa before the start of the General Assembly.
The fun will commence after the GA meeting and may take the form of a real Jamaican Party – highlighting Jamaica’s culture, food and music throughout the years.
BSJ National Workshop
ISO COPOLCO Workshop
In pursuit of Sustainable Healthcare and Social Welfare through standardization and innovation, the National Workshop will explore the theme “The Future of Healthcare: Natural Products – Medicinal Cannabis in Support of Good Health”.
In the framework of the ISO Action Plan for developing countries 2016-2020, the ISO/ COPOLCO will host a capacity building workshop on consumer involvement: Building consumer trust through standards and innovation. The workshop aims are to:
The day will outline the role of standards work in developing the health industry with quality services, alternative medicines, new technologies and equipment and the emergence of certification and regulatory systems. The goal is to learn the good practices from across the world in order to strengthen our national healthcare system, and in particular to understand BSJ’s role is this process.
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raise awareness of standards as a means to safeguard consumer interests;
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enhance the role of consumer representatives in the standards-setting process at the national, regional and international levels; and
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promote dialogue between representatives of National Standards Bodies (NSBs), consumer organizations and consumer protection agencies from ISO member countries in the Caribbean, Central and South America, so that they may work together effectively on consumer protection issues.
Venue
Hilton Rose Hall Resort and Spa Address: Rose Hall Main Road, Montego Bay, Jamaica Telephone: 1-876-953-2650 Website: http://www.rosehallresort.com/
Description:
Nestled between Jamaica’s majestic Blue Mountains and the Caribbean Sea, the allinclusive Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa, A Hilton® Resort is a sophisticated, tropical paradise situated on 400 lush acres of an 18th-century sugar plantation. The oceanfront resort offers 14,000 square feet of indoor function space and 30,000 square feet of unique outdoor venues. Along with extensive and versatile meeting and banquet facilities, the Rose Hall Resort features a championship golf course, Jamaica’s largest water park, gourmet dining, eight dining venues, a full-service spa, and a private beach with a variety of water activities – establishing the property as one of the island’s most distinctive and comprehensive locales for any and all events.
Meals:
The “All Inclusive Package” provided by the Hilton Rose Hall Hotel & Spa allows delegated access to all food and beverages on a daily basis. Specifically, the following will apply: •
Welcome drink upon arrival.
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All food – including three meals per day, plus poolside dining and late night snacks, as served in all restaurants (breakfast, lunch & dinner service may vary by outlet).
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All beverages – including house brand liquor, draft beer, wine by the glass, frozen cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks.
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2 litre bottles of spring water in room; replenished daily as needed.
Transport
The meeting venue is conveniently located just 15 minutes from the Montego Bay (MBJ) Sangster International Airport by taxi. Located in Montego Bay, most tourists land here. It’s the better port of entrance if you’re headed to Montego Bay. In addition to international terminals, this airport has a domestic terminal with local flights that depart regularly to Kingston, Negril, Port Antonio and Ocho Rios. Taxis, hotel shuttles and car rental companies are available to help you get to your final destination. For more information, just visit http://mbjairport.com.
Registration Details
Registered delegates are invited to proceed to the BSJ’s registration desk upon arrival to pick up their welcome package. The registration desk is located at the entrance of the Rose Hall meeting room. Registration facilities will be open as outlined below: Sunday (15 April) 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Friday (20 April) 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Delegates are requested to wear their badges at all times during the COPANT Week in Jamaica, even during the social events.
Currency and Exchange Rates
In Jamaica, we use the Jamaican dollar as our currency. However, the US dollar is widely accepted at the hotel and in the City of Montego Bay. Licensed cambio centres and commercial banks are accessible in all resort areas. The official currency exchange rates vary daily, so it’s advisable to shop around for the best rate before converting your cash. Most Jamaican ATMs accept international bank cards with Visa, MasterCard, Cirrus and Plus logos. Banks also give credit card advances, change traveller’s checks among other financial services. Notes come in $50, $100, $500, $1000 and $5000 denominations. Coins come in $1, $5, $10 and $20 denominations.
Climate
The average temperature in Montego Bay in mid-April is between 21ºC and 31ºC. Sunshine is frequent for Jamaica during that time of the year. You can obtain up-to-date information on the weather for Jamaica at https://www. accuweather.com/en/jm/jamaica-weather.
Tourism
Montego Bay is famously classified as the second city of Jamaica – the ideal destination to enjoy the Island’s sand, sea and sunshine. The city features a variety of attractions. For information about excursions and attractions during your stay in Jamaica, please visit http://www.visitjamaica.com/. For details specific to Montego Bay you may visit the lobby at the hotel or http://www. visitjamaica.com/explore-the-island/montegobay.
Electricity
Standard electrical supply in Jamaica is 110 Volts at 50 Hertz. The IEC plug types in use are A and B. Hotels may have a limited number of transformers or converters; however, delegates are encouraged to bring their own. Hotel rooms usually have hair dryers.
Language
The official language for Jamaica is English. Translation services will be offered during the meetings in Spanish and Portuguese.
Emergencies and Insurance
The emergency number for the police in Jamaica is 1-1-9. The front desk at the Hotel should be contacted immediately to report cases of illnesses or emergencies. Participants are encouraged to obtain travel, medical, personal, accident, and luggage insurance prior to departure. The Bureau of Standards Jamaica accepts no liability for any loss or injury incurred.
Telecommunications
Contact Details
The Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa, the venue hosting the COPANT week of activities will offer free Wi-Fi Internet access. Password will be communicated upon registration. A Secretariat room will be available to all delegates with a laptop and copier. However, no working documents will be distributed on site. To access working documents, participants are encouraged to go to the dedicated area on the COPANT Server.
BSJ: info@bsj.org.jm Coordinators for BSJ Miss Ester Williams, Team Leader, Regional & International Office ewilliams@bsj.org.jm
The international dialing prefix within Jamaica for making long distance calls is +1 plus the country code then the telephone number. Calls made to numbers within Jamaica do not require a dialing prefix.
COPANT: copant@copant.org Coordinator for COPANT Mrs. Kory Eguino, Executive Secretary keguino@copant.org
Miss Nadette Brown, Protocol & Technical Officer ngbrown@bsj.org.jm
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