Pnp Launch Booklet Final 7.8.11

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ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE PNP................................................................................9-10

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CULTURAL AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES............................................................ 26-27

THE ENERGY CHALLENGE.................................................................................... 28

BUILDING ACCESS TO THE GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN.................................... 29

TAX REFORM.............................................................................................................. 30

THE PRIVATE SECTOR............................................................................................. 31

WORKERS.................................................................................................................... 31

THE BROADBAND PLATFORM FOR THE FUTURE.......................................... 32-33

CULTURAL DIVERSITY............................................................................................ 34

GENDER EQUITY....................................................................................................... 34

CRITICAL STAKEHOLDERS................................................................................... 35-38

CRTEATING NEW POSSIBILITIES........................................................................ 39-40

CONCLUSION.............................................................................................................. 41-42

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT............................................................................................ 43


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Finally, I wish to thank the numerous persons and rep-

resentatives of organizations who attended seminars

and meetings throughout the island, as well as online

contributors, critiquing and making suggestions, inthe step by step development of this document

Finally, I wish to thank the numerous persons and rep-

resentatives of organizations who attended seminars

and meetings throughout the island, as well as online

contributors, critiquing and making suggestions, inthe step by step development of this document


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people centered development.

21st Century Mission Docu-

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first decade of the 21st century


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Jamaicas poverty rates- Years 2007 to 2010

Jamaicas Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Years 2007 to 2010

Years

Years

%Personslivingbelow

povertyline

Ja $ inBillions

Key:

PNP

JLP


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The goal of this Progressive Agenda is, therefore, to

achieve accelerated harmonious and sustainable

development of Jamaicas national economy.

It will be underpinned by five (5) pillars that will

form the basis of the mix of policies for the next

PNP government.


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facilitating accelerated and sustainable


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FISCAL MANAGEMENT

As a matter of principle, the PNP is committed to introducing greater transparency to the manage-

ment of the countrys finance and economic affairs. Historically, matters relating to the budget,

the size of expenditures, spending priorities and the sources of revenue have been exclusively the

preserve of the Ministry of Finance and the Cabinet. Parliaments role has been purely formal and

has been involved simply as a rubber stamp with little consideration of either spending prioritiesor revenue options and with little consultation of affected stakeholders.



Fiscal imbalances, persistent deficits and low-rates of growth in the national economy have been con-

sequences of this over many years. In an effort to secure greater transparency, greater fiscal responsi-

bility and greater levels of public accountability which is at the heart of good governance, the PNP will

establish an Estimates Committee in the Parliament, to have consideration of Expenditure priorities in

the context of a medium term economic framework. We will also ensure the effective functioning of a

Committee on Taxation in the Parliament able to consult with stakeholders in considering taxation policy

and revenue raising measures.


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Foreign Direct Investment- to achieve a successful foreign direct investment flow,

we will ensure: A harmonized domestic and foreign economic policy environment.

A safe, secure and business- friendly environment.

Proper promotion abroad, always including the Jamaican Diaspora.


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Jamaicas Cultural and Creative Industries -Entertainment, Sports, CultureCultural and Creative Industries are important to nation building for two specific reasons:

a. They engender a sense of pride, dignity and national identity

b. They are critical aspects in achieving sustainable economic growth and development

The intangible processes of projecting, reflecting, archiving and showcasing elements of national identity,

building national pride and demonstrating Jamaicas cultural prowess are as important in the considera-

tions of cultural and creative industries, as is the rising global market demand for cultural commodities.

The Party recognizes the tremendous importance of the creative talent and its cultural antecedence.

In economic terms, demand for cultural products and services continues to rise steadily. This is particularly

true with the entertainment and media industries. Estimates show that the cultural industries are worth

US$2.2 trillion growing at an annual rate of 5%.

These industries are immense, employing thousands of our people and are very significant contributorsto Gross Domestic Product. Further, they enhance the Jamaican brand and image of the country in a



positive way, helping to provide recognition and respect around the world. Additionally, they provide a

platform and open doors for the marketing of other Jamaican brands internationally.

The Party, as Government, will position Jamaicas cultural and creative industries, including sports, as

priority industries, given their enormous potential for growth, export, employment, general economic

development, and human resource development.

The Party, as government, will seek to develop modern cultural and creative industries policies, informed

by research and analysis. It will adopt relevant examples, from the experiences of successful cultural and

creative industries in the global environment. It will take account of the global movement towards the

convergence and intersections in cultural, industrial, ICT, information policy that make up modern, con-

verged cultural and creative industries policy. This will be done in order to develop a model that is cul-

turally-specific and suitable for the development of Jamaicas cultural and creative industries.

This process will include the classification of industries in Jamaica that are deemed cultural and or creative

and the establishment of a comprehensive schedule of the categories and components of these industries.

Where appropriate, Government will assist, support or directly facilitate the further development of these

industries through a number of strategies, chief of which is the establishment of a Cultural Industries De-velopment Council. It will comprise representatives of specific cultural and creative industries to guide

the process of policy development and the complete re-examination of policy and legislation related to

the cultural and creative industries.


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The principles of dialogue, tolerance, education, respect for human dignity and human rights are core values embracedin the Progressive Agenda. These principles define the method and approach adopted by the Progressive Agenda toaddress controversial issues, whatever they may be and where-ever they may arise. This represents the basic standardfor Jamaicas engagement in a multicultural, multi-ethnic globalized world. The resolution of these contradictionsmust begin at home.


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Creating New Possibilities


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