The Consulate General of Jamaica, New York OUR MISSION To promote and safeguard the interests of Jamaica and its nationals in the thirty-three (33) States of the United States of America which fall under its jurisdiction, as well as the territories of Puerto Rico and Bermuda. To strengthen partnership with the Jamaican Diaspora in a manner that is mutually beneficial to the well-being of the Diaspora and the country’s national development processes. To promote the Government of Jamaica’s Economic Diplomacy Programme, by leveraging potential business connections and partners in pursuit of commercially viable and investment-oriented opportunities for Jamaica and its Diaspora. OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES AND VALUES People • Partnership • Integrity • Excellence • National Pride • Strong Work Ethic Jamaica’s 60th Annive rsary 14