Jamaica

Jamaica's Minister for Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade has addressed the general debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The speech forms part of the annual gathering where member states outline their positions on global issues including security, climate and development priorities.

Jamaica's government says an Environmental Protection Levy will be used to help finance the island's climate resilience efforts. The levy is positioned as a funding stream for measures protecting the country against climate-related threats such as hurricanes, flooding and coastal erosion. Details on rates, collection and specific programmes to be financed have not yet been widely reported, and public reaction is still limited.

Manchester City have reportedly been found guilty of Premier League financial charges and intend to appeal the ruling, according to a Jamaica Observer report. The alleged verdict would mark a major moment in the long-running case between the club and the league, and reaction is focused on what sanctions could follow and how the appeal might unfold.