The World Bank In Jamaica

As its neighbors across the Caribbean, Jamaica is vulnerable to extreme weather events and climate change. Over the last 30 years, Jamaica suffered high debt and low growth. As the country continues implementing an ambitious program of economic reforms, Jamaica’s economy has begun to revive.

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IBRD provides $185M in storm protection

IBRD priced a catastrophe bond that will provide the Jamaica with up to US $185 million against losses from named storms.
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Tackling Urban Vulnerability and Public Safety Challenges in Jamaica’s Inner-City Communities

89,000 people had benefitted from the Integrated Community Development Project that fosters sustainable urban development.
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A Jamaican Woman is Raising Crops

A Jamaican Woman is Raising Crops, and the Next Generation of Farmers

Jamaica At-A-Glance

Like its neighbors across the Caribbean, Jamaica is vulnerable to natural disasters including hurricanes, flooding and the effects of climate change. It is an upper middle income country but struggles with low growth, high public debt and many external shocks which weaken its economy...

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