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Jamaica Archive
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Replacing the Queen: Does a Name Change Make Sense for a Cash-Strapped Jamaica?
By Aleia Walker, Research Associate at the Council on Hemispheric Affairs on November 12, 2012 | 3 CommentsIn 1961, when Jamaica seceded from the West Indian Federation, many believed what turned out to be the short-lived conglomeration of British Caribbean territories was a regime that represented a promising future for the county. The Federation ultimately disbanded and the failure was largely attributed to Jamaica’s secession, which demonstrated... -
Let The Beat Drop: Dancehall Censorship In Jamaica
By Aleia Walker, Research Associate at Council on Hemispheric Affairs on September 25, 2012 | 1 CommentIntroduction Boasting its fiftieth year of independence, the Greater Antillean isle of Jamaica touts a large and progressive musical catalog that makes the industry one of the country’s most internationally known exports. Indigenous to Jamaica, reggae is a calming music that inspires tranquility and feelings of adoration. In contrast, dancehall... -
Re: Do Jamaicans here and abroad trust this government?
By Aleia Walker, Research Associate at the Council on Hemispheric Affairs on September 17, 2012 | 1 CommentAugust 30, 2012 Dear Editor, Your August 30th article, “Do Jamaicans here and abroad trust this government?” accurately portrays the sentiments shared by many residents now living abroad on the effectiveness of the ruling People’s National Party (PNP) administration. However, your characterization of the PNP and the Jamaica Labour Party... -
Re: “Increase Productivity by Correcting Deficiencies”
By Robert Wilson, Research Associate at the Council on Hemispheric Affairs on June 18, 2012 | No CommentsDear Editor, Your June 13 article, “Increase Productivity by Correcting Deficiencies,” did an excellent job of pinpointing the need to enhance Jamaica’s productivity in order to overcome the country’s dismal economic situation. Since British colonization, the island has cultivated an economy dependent on provinces beyond its borders, from sugar and... -
COHA in the Public Arena (March 26 – March 30, 2012)
By on March 30, 2012 | No CommentsOn Wednesday, March 28, COHA Director Larry Birns was interviewed by Jamaica Speaks, a talk-radio station, about the Pope’s visit to Cuba and Mexico On Thursday, March 29, COHA Director Larry Birns was interviewed by Colombian newspaper, El Colombiano on the new peace deal that was brokered in Syria by... -
China vs. Taiwan: Battle for Influence in the Caribbean
By Research Fellow W. Alex Sanchez and Research Associate Lynn Tu from the Council on Hemispheric Affairs on March 13, 2012 | 8 CommentsChina’s projection of influence in some previously unfamiliar regions of the world continues to grow, that much is clear. When it comes to Latin America and the Caribbean, Beijing has strengthened its ties, particularly by means of comprehensive trade relations, with countries like Argentina, Brazil, Peru, and Venezuela. This has...