Current Issue
ADOMS: the flag of the experienced!
As 2011 comes to a close and we enter 2012, the forecast for the world economy continues to be news of job cuts and hints of a "double dip" recession. The International Labour Organisation (ILO) is forecasting that the world economy is on the verge of a new "job recession".
Labour Commissioner Hesketh Williams admits that though grim, the ILO analysis is a reality for many economies, including those of small island developing states like Antigua & Barbuda. He suggests that the only way out is by attracting foreign direct investment. However, as a people we have to invest in ourselves, supporting the call from the Ministry of Agriculture to "buy local", is one way of doing so. The Jamaica Manufacturers' Association (JMA) has reported successes from their "Buy Jamaican...Build Jamaica" Campaign. That island recognised that establishing and maintaining a strong local market is critical to the economy of the nation.
Also in this issue:
- Value Over Cost
- Caribbean governments need to reduce public debt
- New Leadership Competencies
- Diabetes - A Serious Condition