**
>> “Jamaica believes in the rule of law. As a small island developing state, we have to believe in the rule of law because we stand to benefit from the application of the law to our international and national affairs. As part of that, Jamaica has declared itself an archipelagic state through the Maritime Areas Act, and this is an attempt to follow the [UN] Convention. Jamaica is keen to follow the Convention.” – UTech President Prof. Stephen Vasciannie delivering a lecture on International Rule of Law recently at the Jamaica Conference Centre
**
>> “Given the relatively robust surveillance and infection prevention and control practices in Jamaica, the public can be reassured that the current emergency arrangements are in place to enable an appropriate response in the event of the introduction of the Ebola virus into the country. The ministry will also be ensuring capacities for readiness, which includes addressing stock levels of critical equipment and supplies, protocol for specimen and patient transportation and reporting requirements.” – Health minister Dr. Chris Tufton issuing a statement in response to a recent WHO declaration
Tweet

Follow @TALLAWAHezine
No comments:
Post a comment