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That's apart of the deals the government sign with investors that plan on doing business in the country. For them to bring in their own workforce I don't think it's right but that's what the people vote for
I think that the Jamaican Government doesn't care about the Jamaican Citizens. They make deals with Foreigners who have no respect for the Jamaican Citizens. They treat them like they are in their Countries. They pay the people peanuts 🥜 and bubble gum money, and expect to get twenty five hours of work out of the people, and we only have twenty four hours in a day. I am definitely blaming the Inept and Incompetent Politicians.
How comes when these same people go to first world Countries, they have to pay the people better money? It's because they look down on Caribbean Islands 🏝 people. Jamaica 🇯🇲, is suffering from good Governance.
For someone who is not a Jamaican I consider your presentation the best ever. You almost sound like the poster girl for Jamaica. The coverage has been insightful in covering the global scene on migration. The last Ukrainian I spoke to, said to me: “no English” and here you are with an impeccable diction and delivery. Well done and all the best to your work. 33:33
IN 1960 JAMAICA AND SINGAPORE WERE DIRT POOR. WHEN THE QUESTION WAS ASKED, HOW ARE BOTH NATIONS GOING TO BE SUCCESSFUL, JAMAICA SAID TOURISM AND NATURAL RESOURCES. SINGAPORE WAS A SWAMP. SINGAPORE SAID WE WILL INVEST IN THE EDUCATION OF OUR PEOPLE. HUMAN CAPITAL. FAST FORWARD 50 YEARS LATER, JAMAICA IS POOR AND SINGAPORE IS VERY WEALTHY AND SUCCESSFUL. HUMAN CAPITAL IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN NATURAL RESOURCES AND TOURISM.
Singapore has a huge Chinese diaspora . The Chinese, Malays and Indians give money to the country. That's like saying Jamaica would be successful if Africans give money to support infrastructure on the island.
@@manovrsb do they give money to the country or do they live there and contribute? Jamaica also get foreign aid from the first world countries. Fact is the leadership of Singapore recognized the need to not just invest in training, education, and housing, but also crime control…unlike…
@faithm2535 not to make it obvious but infrastructure and providing services is what's needed to change the mindset of the people. Educated indians, Malays and Chinese migrate to Singapore blended with already existing demographic population and invest in the infrastructure to advance their nations. Educated and wealthy Africans normally migrate to Europe or the US making it clear they'll avoid Jamaica. Means Jamaica will never get the advancement countries like Singapore experienced.
@@manovrsb the dynamic just doesn’t feel the same for most (not all) of the foreigners who work or own businesses in Jamaica. When the heavy trucks used to transport building supplies to build their hotels and shopping centers damage the roads, I don’t know if they are expected to help fund repairs. When the roads the Chinese built reroute flood waters into communities, I don’t know if the have any accountability. Yes, I fully believe in the ‘build it and they will come’ idea when it comes to infrastructure and services, but there also a heavy longterm cost to pay if/when the cost is not routing money into the pockets of your own citizens. The US was famous for building roads that sometimes went nowhere, at the time, and dams, etc. BUT they were using it as jobs programs for their unemployed citizens, so the money stayed in the country, and trickled up to build their society. Employed citizens buys homes, cars, send children to college, etc. THAT dynamic can never be realized in a nation that choose to put that type of money in the hands of foreigners instead of their own people. Why not bring in consultants and trainers, and use local laborers instead of contracting it all out to those who will not share their knowledge nor reinvest any of the proceed in the island?
@faithm2535 name one group that has never worked for , eg Lebanon is a poor country but the Lebanese community in Senegal and Brazil are wealthy and well to do . That's due to the Lebanese people/merchants migrating to those communities and investing towards those neighborhoods which made them prosper. Jamaica is mostly afro-descendants , we have a whole continent ignoring us for favorable investments in Europe and the US. It doesn't matter how much first world countries pour into Jamaica , it's not gonna advance the necessary population as the Lebanese did in Senegal/Brazil or the Chinese/Indian/Malays done in Singapore.
Great informative presentation! I am a Jamaican living overseas and I am usually home tow or three times a year. A perfect example for me why I have ZERO issues with a foriegn company like the Chinese doing road construction job is currently what's happening on the road between Port Antonio and Boston. Locals are doing this project and they have totally dug up the road for nearly a year or more with no end in sight of resurfacing it. Sadly, sometimes our work ethic gets in the way of our having more opportunities. The Chinese are about money and finishing a project so they can move on to the next project. Some of our folks are about milking as much money as they can out of the same project. I built a house over 7,000 sq. ft. and it cost me nearly three times the amount of money. Why? Because of dishonest contractors. It explaines why there are so many unfinished houses, because folks have been robbed blind and simply gave up. Thankfully, I had the resources to finish the project after going through three contractors. Later on I found out that the first contractor built a house for his girlfriend and one for himself out of our materials and then was trying to influence the second contractor to do the same, hence why I had to get a third contractor. Sometimes, some of us don't realize that our work ethic dampens our future propect of success. Anyway, great job on the video.
Thank you for sharing this, very insightful, especially about the house construction. We had a similar problem in Ukraine in 1990s - the contractors just kept milking the owners and doing pretty much what you described. This problem in Ukraine was solved after 2004 with the rise of very strong competition among the contractors. I wonder if competition would be able to solve this for Jamaica as well.
No I do not think it will solve anything jamaican are dishonest and badmine so they will bleed you dry because they think that your rich because your from abroad it is very sad but that gentleman was right to sack each contractors
You would the contractors would have a bad reputation which would stop people from doing business with them. In the states we have the better business bureau and customers can leave comments on their website.
Hi Irie, as a Jamaican living overseas thank you for such a wonderful Eye 👁️👀 opening and informative information reporting. I love it, FYI: CRIME is a factor too. much 💖
I am Jamaican and this is the first time I am hearing this myth . I know only about specific situations like when the Chinese are building roads and they bring in over a thousand migrant workers that displaced local workers.
I was living and working in Jamaica in the 90s, and I was told that if I wanted better job opportunities, I should go and study abroad. I went to Humber College in Canada, and got a degree in Culinary Management. I returned back home to Jamaica, and could not find a job. After six months, I went to New York and never returned until seven years later. I had a family in the USA which makes very difficult to returned home. I work as a corporate executive chef for one of the largest food companies in the America for seven and half years with a area of 300 square miles. I now work as an executive chef for a smaller company that give me more time to do other things that I've always wanted. I have the knowledge and would like to return home because my children are grown. I've been discussing a few things with my brother whom is still living in Jamaica, and one of the things I applied for is a TRN number which I've done today. Who knows!
I hope it works out for you. The more repatriators that are able to return and network and serve as role models and knowledge sharers, the better for the island.
You make great docu videos - kudos! There is nothing to do in Jamaica, that's why Jamaicans abroad don't as they've been sucked into babylon.... the reason, the rest don't is also their addiction to socital distractions. Humanity has been loosing more anbd more of their mind in my 50 years of observance. I suspect LARGE changes are in the works which I believe will deliver daily distractions to even the most remote Jamaican settlement regions and destroy the only country with some freedome in it's people.
IRINA, you deserve to be nominated for the OD for contribution to Journalism and cultural cohesion because you are probably the ONLY TRUE journalist left... so many people are on platforms here, there, and everywhere, but too few journalists do some research and present the news without bias. Keep going!
EXCELLENT work Miss Jamaica with Irie!!! I always enjoy watching your programs. You’re VERY, VERY Intelligent, and we need more people like you to represent us in Jamaica.
it is true and there was actually a full research done on this. I never knew this issue existed and certainly not the scale of it. Most unexpected was to read about the issue of the so-called "barrel babies" - that is when mother leaves a young child with her family members and gets get a job in the US/CA and then keeps sending help back home. I will talk about this in the "brain drain" video.
I'm sorry but local contractors have proven they are not fit to build highways. Jamaica would spend three times as much and the projects might never finish. Any honest Jamaican knows that in their heart.
Blazingly informational video with a deep dive to the data and the "big picture". Actually I would call this to a "mini tutorial" about immigration in Jamaica and the wider Caribbean region. As a Finnish data scientist I also really liked your data visualizations: bar graphs, tables, etc. Once again, an outstanding video, highly appreciated!
The root cause of jamaica's problem is corruption. For example, as a member of the diaspora i would work for free to fix the crime problem in jamaica and I would guarantee a %50 decrease in the crime rate in 2 years but I would never get the job because of corruption at the top. So a lot of us would love to return because its not about money anymore but a quality of life and that is the fundamental problem with jamaica.
well, shall we do a video about the corruption problem in Jamaica? By the way, the current Government has been very successful in dropping the crime rate (they used "state of emergency"for that). However, it's just a temporary solution which doesn't solve the crime issue. This is because crime is a side effect from the overall socio-economic life cycle of a country. Nobody can solve crime, but it will reduce by itself once the socio-economic situation is improved, which takes time. Until then - it can just be handled to minimize the effects..
Just my suggestion to you, since you believe that you won't get a job in Jamaica because of corruption. Why not write a strong letter to the government on how to solve the crime problem instead. The PM always stresses that he his willing to take on any advice given. It would be beneficial to everyone who wants to see the crime rate reduced in Jamaica.
@@JAMAICAWITHIRIE criminality is a mindset. There are many nations all owner the world with much higher rates of poverty, but much lower instances of violent crime.
“nobody can solve crime, but it will reduce by itself once the socio-economic situation is improved, which takes time. Until then- it can just be handled to minimize the effects.” IMHO that’s a bunch of hogwash ! My Dear Lady, corruption/criminality is a mindset. “ Chopping lines”, robberies, extortion, etc., generate millions which in turn is used to buy weapons to “ lock-off ends”. It’s a mindset that will not be reduced by itself.
Good morning Irina. Let me preface this by saying I am born Jamaican. My completed level is education is high school. Two years of college but dropped out. I have no journalistic experience to follow through with your laborious efforts displayed here. However, this is my take on the matter. It was my parent's foresight that Jamaica couldn’t provide the opportunity necessary to provide a better life than they had. Some 40 years ago, my siblings and I landed in America. Amid the crack era, we traded one hell for another. While Jamdown was undergoing its political upheaval. (Seaga vs. Manley for reference) my siblings and I had to start from zero during my time here. What became apparent was how organizations cared for the people who were “fresh off the boat,” so to speak. Asians who could barely speak English were running a business; the Jewish community has always done well and continue to do so; the middle easterners created commerce within their community, as did many others who formed organizations/ associations. Yardies don’t trust the system they live in, and connections and nepotism often limit it. I don’t have to tell you. Most of the government is not an open book. How in the interest of progress and productivity. A Website seemly like LinkedIn would serve Jamaicans well. As in those are the jobs available, these are the viable candidates; these people applied, these people refused the job, the time window of the opportunity closed, and the job was outsourced or offered to foreign nationals. Jamaica does operate under the assumption of paying it forward, which hinders our growth. The contracts that are signed between the Jamaican government and the Chinese authorities often come with conditions the general public is not privy to review. Alas, many of our issues are cultural. Solvable! It simply lacks a concerted effort outside of government influence. Jamaican are vaguely aware of the role of government, and it’s not their job to save us but serve us in a capacity that pushes the entire country forward.🧏🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️🤑💰🤫🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
I always love your content - so well researched and presented. I always learn something new. This was brilliantly done. Thanks for all your amazing work.
This was WELL presented and delivered. It spoke a lot to my experience as a FOREIGN NATIONAL in Jamaica. You are speaking pure facts and truth in this video. And it was done with love and to bring awareness that Jamaican work force, preferential IS given to Jamaican Nationals. It is very very challenging for foreigners to transition to residents in Jamaica. I also loved how you talked about the Brain Drain in Jamaica, and the Jamaican Diaspora not wanting to work in Jamaica because it is not equivalent to their salaries in US, Britain or Canada.
Awesome analysis, thank you Irie. This should be a ‘credit course’; well done!! Clears up a lot of misconceptions. I am thinking of returning to retire after many years away in Canada. I am just beginning to research the real estate etc. Hopefully its doable.
This foreigner can't wait to be back in Jamaica in November! Attending Throp X conference for those interested in investing or moving to JAMAICA. Can't wait!
It's not necessary that there are more immigrants taking the jobs, but the bosses are the problem where, in many cases, they degrade , abuse, and underpay the employees and what the Jamaican government does is encourage this type of work abuses for the almighty payoff they receive...This is something that you I don't think could bring up otherwise as a foreign national you'd be kicked out.. Thank you anyway for your always informative information you bring..ex Hotel industry
Your ability to analyze research and provide keen insights is inspiring and very knowledgeable, while being entertaining at the same time. I learned much about Jamaica from you even though I was born and grew up there. I am now living in Canada and you have made me more interested in Jamaica through your channel. You provide we’ll need insights and information about this country. Great work as usual. Your channel is well needed and is greatly appreciated by me. Thank you. Awesome!
She is a great example of the value of a good education, work experience, and passion, and openness ( code word for not having or displaying obvious racial superiority :))
@@islandgirl8914 why are you spreading propaganda, if Jamaica is not to your liking anymore leave the country, there are still thousands of people who live in Jamaica very comfortable, there are 14 parishes in Jamaica, and you are implying that you have lived in all 14 so that you know that crime has taken over all 14 parishes, I believe Jamaica is still a free country, and won't stop you from leaving if that is your choice.
@@islandgirl8914You are the typical Jamaicans, Non Jamaicans talks about and laughed at, because they asked if it is the Jamaicans mindset, why they never see good in their country and always only have negative things to say about Jamaica. People from other countries always say Jamaicans are the only nationality they hear at all time bashing their country and all countries have there problems, no countries is perfect. But uneducated people is also dangerous to the Islands of Jamaica, just as crimes and violence. Because they don't read or listen to understand, they loves lawlessness, they don't like changes, they never appreciate anything, they are not grateful, they only complaint, have no respect, for people, or laws or rules.
Jamaicans are qualified for all positions, it's just colonialsim, it happens via individuals and always has. That's why individuals will be held responsible for colonialism theft.
That is not true Chinese workers on the construction company far China harbour limited they get paid in the US while the locals get paid in Jamaican currency much much less than the Chinese workers. I know I used to work for China Harbour
Great research and data, I really like that as it makes sense. Could you also make a video on employment agencies which hire international talent ( multilingual) in Jamaica please.
What about the Chinese who having life a little easier because of the resources afford by them. Is this video real or something not right. Jamaican business not progressing like previous
This video reminds me of when I used to travel to Jamaica with my family several times a year. The children loved it. Especially, chasing the baby animal and waking up early to go out with their grandfather to feed the animals. They are all professionals now and give back to Jamaica in many ways. Bless up to you and your family.
This is long overdue but I know it’s gonna be one hell of a clip..can’t wait…& big thank you to you @IRIE I got my full citizenship & passport for Jamaica 🇯🇲 all from watching your clip about the power of the Jamaican passport
@@JAMAICAWITHIRIE it was all down to you…so I thank you.can I ask you have a Parton with the surname Rochester is there anyway of getting in touch with her as she may be part of my family blood line. Thank you
IRENA, HELLO,the VERY SAME PROBLEM,exists,in GRAND CAYMAN,jobs are advestised ,but virtually no takers,so foreigners apply,Thelma locals bitch,they are taking their jobs ! Now the BVI,is ALSO having problems,too. Stay well GOD BLESS,,,,,🏴🇬🇧🇯🇲🇯🇲🇮🇨🇮🇨🇺🇸🇺🇸
@@unique4532 if you have parents born in Jamaica you can apply by decent all you need is there birth certificate with your name on it that’s how you apply
Hi Irina, enjoy all your blogs. Interesting and informative. Also, I have noticed that you seem to be looking younger as time goes by. Thank you for loving my country.
Your presentation is impressive and impeccable. Blessings and more life. Jamaica just needs to get better for all its citizens and all others who are in love with our BEAUTIFUL ISLAND🇯🇲❤️💯👍
This is a real breakdown of a situation that terrifies a lot of Jamaican,,, but it is true,,, that’s just what a globalized economy is,, they are advantages and disadvantages,, we left Jamaica in search of the money, foreigners come to Jamaica in search for the lifestyle,,,, Hard pill to swallow but it is the Truth 🇯🇲👊🏾
Interesting Statistics.............. In your Home Country Ukraine We seen 40,000 hasidic J3ws leave the country as immigrants back to their Homeland. Who is considered the natives to Ukraine? How many immigrants workers do you have in Ukraine? What kind of job do you do in Jamaica that is so important that they have to hire a foreigner? Does the country of Jamaica advertise in Ukraine newspaper? If you could give us more info on YOUR HOME COUNTRY that would be great! Chow
This channel is about Jamaica. If you want to learn more about Ukraine - please watch youtube channels dedicated to Ukraine. However, there is a 3 hour documentary on my channel called "Being a Jamaican in Ukraine" - feel free to check it out. Below are the answers to your questions: 1. there is no proper statistics for Ukraine at the moment because of the war that russia started from 2014 - parts of our country are occupied by colonizers and it's not possible to get statistical data from there. 2. native Ukrainians are people who were born on the territory of Ukraine. Even though most people in Ukraine (over 70%) identify themselves as Ukrainians, they are mixed ethnicity of Ukrainians, Polish, Tatars, russians, Roma, Jewish, Hungarian, Romanian etc. Our current president of Ukraine is Jewish and he is very much Ukrainian at the same time. Just like there are people of African descent in Jamaica, but they are very much Jamaicans. 3. Before the russian invasion, we had a lot of immigrant workers in Ukraine, almost 5 million, which is around 11.43% of the total population of Ukraine (44 million). Now with the russian invasion half of our population is displaced and we don't know the exact statistics now. 4. As for a job in Jamaica - nobody ever hired me in Jamaica and I never applied for a job. I'm an entrepreneur and I create jobs myself. When I first came to Jamaica, I already had an online business that I had created before moving to Jamaica (it was an online school of English for non-native speakers of English language). 5. The country of Jamaica is not advertised in Ukrainian newspapers. Most Ukrainians know nothing about Jamaica, except reggae and sport. I hope this helps. and don't forget to check the documentary "Being a Jamaican in Ukraine" if you want to learn about the country from the people who lived there recently. I personally haven't lived in Ukraine for the last 10 years, so I might not be the best person to speak on this subject.
What an inspirational & awesome vlog Irina. Top class as usual. I live in the UK 🇬🇧 currently (migrant) but will be transitioning to the Rock 🇯🇲 by the end of the year🤞(emigrant). Actually the same thing is happening in the UK. Due to poor pay and awful working conditions employees (doctors/nurses/consultants etc) are leaving and migrating? to NZ, Australia & the US & so this is global...
biggup yourself for the journalism everytime 🙏🏾. please don’t ever change the music you play when you are closing out an episode as it is absolutely jamaican-ly beautiful. i’m a bit biased when i hear it as it remind me of my dad, may his soul rest in peace🕊️
There are SEVERAL highly qualified Jamaicans residing in Jamaica and are qualified. Very often the locals are overlooked for foreigners, then hired when the foreigner cannot manage. People leave out of frustration, but many also remain. Those who leave is mainly for the economics...also the crime.
It would be an understatement to say your content as usual is informative, insightful and enlightening; which opens one knowledge to awareness that leaves one more informed than where one might have left off from your last video. Thenk you for your due-dilligence in fact finding and your brilliant presentation to viewers like me! ❤One love as always 💕
Great content as usual, your research are amazing. I am a Jamaican living in Canada with a high school education, I would love to live in Jamaica, but the money I make in Canada at this point in time I know with my education and skill as a truck driver wouldn’t be possible, I probably would be making just above minimum wage. For that reason even though I know for a work life balance and a piece of mine I probably would be betteroff. I just can’t see myself going back there to live permanently until it’s time for me to retire, again love your content and great topic.
I want Jamaica to be a place where retirees can feel safe to return an live, BUT some persons have to be willing to go and live there to build such a society. If everyone wants to reap, who is supposed to sow?
Hitting the Nail right on the head regarding why the Jamaican Diaspora are difficult to recruit regarding the SALARY. I will confess, I am one of them. I would LOVE to Live in Jamaica again....but not until I RETIRE. I just will NOT make the "money" I do now as an Automotive Engineer in Jamaica, as I do in the USA. And given my FAMILY Life, the "Opportunity" is not there. But I do hope to move back after I retire (or at least for half the time...and go back and forth). In the meantime, I will just continue to visit as often as I can for a couple weeks at a time
Your case is a difficult one, because not only you're highly skilled professional, but you're also skilled in the industry that doesn't exist in Jamaica, so even if a company was ready to pay you the same $ you are earning in the USA, there wouldn't be a job position in Jamaica for you. It's like being a professional in making snow removal equipment and try to find a job in Jamaica - not going to work :)))
@@JAMAICAWITHIRIE , Thanks Irina. Very true....though, as a "Mechanical Engineer" by training, I could work in other Industries other than Automotive. But I'm not sure those Engineering Positions are "easily available" in Jamaica; and I can't see me making the Salary I do as a "simple Engineer". So, I would have to look at a "Management" position; and I do NOT want to be in Management (anymore). Ironically, prior to getting remarried and having a son (at 49 years old), I was planning to retire at 60, and move back to Jamaica. I wouldn't need a "job", but I would try to get one in the Hotel Industry as a Bartender...I just LOVE that interaction (way above & beyond Friendliness & Service no matter where I stayed) they have with us Visitors (Foreign or Local) whenever I go; and I KNOW that would be something I would LOVE to do...that was my "goal" anyway about 10-years ago....LOL....But then I realized I would probably be "taking food out of the mouth" of someone who would NEED that job; so I scrapped that "goal", and settled for simply being able to move back HOME someday.
As a successful engineer seems like you are well trained to be an employee, why not challenge your self and apply you academic qualification and starting your own business in Jamaica and become an employee
@@JAMAICAWITHIRIEThe Ja govt and educational institutions need to be forward thinking and hire some of these technicians to be educators to train workers to take advantage of better technology…such as transitioning to electric vehicles versus oil dependent ones in a country that cant function without imported gas.
Once you leave Jamaica and get used to the potential, freedom and money making opportunities in foreign countries, it’s very hard to return to Jamaica, despite the emotional appeal and pull of the “land we love”.
I find that money making opportunities in Jamaica are also very good, just like anywhere else in the world where running a private business is possible.
@@charlesjames1464 , you do realize that Jamaica has 30 thousand persons of East Indian origin who are just as much Jamaican as you are, Jamaica doesn't just have black people, and her count would not include people who have transitioned to being Citizen's.
The lack of immigration TO Jamaica, as well as the high emigration rate, are the result of the poor governance of the country. Failed "government" policies, mediocre services and corrupt business practices are woefully lacking and outright discouraging to local Jamaicans, foreigners and Jamaicans in the diaspora alike. Sadly, this maybe intentional.
I will be doing the "brain drain" video soon on this channel that will cover this side of the story. Basically, it would be like the second part of this video which would focus on Emigration, while this one focused on Immigration. The reasons why this is the way it is are actually very interesting and indeed - the Government have an important role to play.
@@westkingston3135 Actually, I've moved back to Jamaica and own multiple properties here... just being realistic. I've chosen not to live anywhere else despite the current situation, because it's all relative... nowhere is perfect.
@Amidat Since the mid-1990s, the goal of working abroad temporarily & return to Jamaica has been increasingly discouraged by negative social, political & economic trends on the island. Misrepresentations, particularly on social media, of what is believed to be an easy life in America & "American culture" being presented as superior has heavily the last few generations in Jamaica (and worldwide)... thanks to "smart phones." The long history of Jamaicans traveling & living overseas created a great support system (family) abroad to facilitate more emigration from Jamaica than most other Caribbean countries. There are more Jamaicans abroad than live in Jamaica, not solely because many simply don't want to return. It's because of relatively "unfavorable" conditions on the island (as they see it). Remember that there's AT LEAST TWO Jamaicas, and where you stand depends on where you sit. Many Jamaicans abroad can't financially afford to return because "foreign" isn't the bed of roses they were led to believe, not because they love "foreign" so much.
The privilege of l❤iving in a beautiful climate year round, by the sea, is not counted by Jamaicans as such. People work hard and spend their earnings to enjoy such luxury and Jamaicans just take it for granted and say they have nothing.
actually, you are very close to being so right - in reality Jamaica's #1 export is tourism, but #2 is .. remittances, that is the money coming from Jamaican diaspora.
Why did you leave your home country? Don't know what it is, but what do you think about returning there permanently and focusing on helping there? I wouldn't doubt wherever it is, they could use your help. You seem to know alot. Maybe you're speaking from experience? I wonder if the reason Jamaica has the least amount of immigrants is because they care to preserve their authenticy and those who come thinking they know everything, don't. I think the very beautiful island is extremely happy and would really love to stay that way and most definitely will. I think those who don't originate from it, are trying to accquire it and I am confident your efforts will be highly wasted. Don't need any patronizing.
I'm happy to answer your questions. I am from Kyiv, Ukraine. I left because of winter - my skin dries and peels off if the weather temperature falls below +15 C and I have cold at least 7 months a year, sore throat and running nose. I have a video on this channel that gives top 10 reasons why I chose Jamaica and not any other country. As for coming back to Ukraine - I do go back there, even during the war now and you are totally right - Ukraine can use my help indeed, especially considering my skills in journalism and research, but also my connections in the Caribbean. That's why I AM working for Ukraine and have never stopped doing so. However, I also feel I need to give back to Jamaica as this country is amazing and the people of Jamaica have been very nice to me, hence this channel and investing hours and hours of my time into the research and making videos. Sure, I would LOVE to go back to Ukraine permanently, even now when there is war and russians keep bombing my home city on regular basis. I love Kyiv - it's a beautiful green city with awesome infrastructure, service and talented people. However, I can only stay in Ukraine from June to September without being sick all the time. Last time I went there was in May this year, and I was sick there all the time, as it was still too cold for me. Kindly note, in this video I didn't give any reasons why Jamaica has so few immigrants, nor I was suggesting anything to anybody, so I'm sorry if you felt that the video sounded patronizing. If you can link the parts where I sound patronizing - I would appreciate, so I could improve on this next time.
This is the first time I've been a part of a video premier for this channel. And what an interesting topic to have as a first experience ^^ This video explains extremely well why people emigrate from Jamaica to live elsewhere, and why so many of them are reluctant to leave places like the US, UK and Canada (which of course happen to be the largest English speaking nations on the globe). Brain-drain in Jamaica is no joke; the country loses thousands of talented people on a consistent basis, and this is likely to continue. But the other side of the spectrum is also equally as interesting; the many bonuses emigrants get (that is common place for locals) when coming to Jamaica for business, and I feel like Jamaica might have had more immigrants if the local laws weren't as strict.
@zinaandrews8747 You are a very patriotic Jamaican who care about your country more than money. That is wonderful to know! I am sure that you will make it in Jamaica like the majority of the Jamaican people. I have many young family members who are very successful in Jamaica, who own their own homes, cars, land, etc. I can tell you that "things are not always as they seem" because many of the people who are living 'abroad' are earning minimum wage and can barely make ends meet. Rent in America is EXTREMELY high and a one bedroom apartment in say New York can cost upwards of $3000.00 per month and in Toronto about $2500.00 per month. That does not include internet/cable/phone, transportation, food, clothing, etc. Many of the Jamaicans living 'abroad' will work the most menial of jobs which they will NEVER do in Jamaica. Many cannot afford to buy a plane ticket to travel to Jamaica. Oftentimes it is because of their pride and embarrassment why they do not return home to Jamaica and prefer to PRETEND as if things are great. They pretend as if there is no racism, favoritism, and outright ostracism in 'foreign' and they adhere to all the rules and regulations in foreign countries. Yet, they want high end jobs and criticize everything Jamaican. Sometimes I wonder if Nanny, Paul Bogle, Cudjoe, George William Gordon, and all of the patriots who fought for our freedom, are not turning in their Graves wondering why they bled and died for people who are only interested in money and material and not for the betterment of their own country.
@@mdl9096 Thank you so much for the encouragement. I moved to Jamaica 🇯🇲 2 years ago. My husband wanted so badly to come to the States. I keep telling him it's not what you think. So I move here. We bought a house and we're trying to open a few businesses but it's a very slow process. I'm currently looking for employment. We're out of funds but Jah always makes a way for us. We will continue to keep pushing. Terrible things are happening in the States and I don't feel like it's my home anymore. May peace and blessings be with you and your family
I am 99% sure most of the highest-paying jobs go to their friends or family and that is the reason Jamaicans feel so vexed... That's what happens in many parts of the world and plus they are black.
hm, not in big companies though. If nepotism was there, they would have failed. Nepotism and capitalism don't work well together. Usually it's only small businesses use their friends and family, but no highest paying jobs at that level.
@@JAMAICAWITHIRIE Sorry but I disagree. Big or small they are not seeking random people they pick whom they know... The Jamaican government needs to look into these things.
@@BlessedWorld1 the company can never function without the specialists. If they pick people based on who they know and not on the skills/qualifications they have - the company would be doomed.
@@JAMAICAWITHIRIE If the world of business was truly hiring based on skills/qualifications, the world would have been a better place and business would even be more profitable. How many businesses have we worked at the manager didn't know more than the employee? How many businesses did the employee have to train their manager? In my adult working experience living in two developed countries, the colour of your skin played a major role in these countries. Jamaica is no exception, then add the nepotism, cronyism and what are your chances if you have the "wrong address" on that resume. I personally experience having the wrong address.
some Jamaicans have abandoned their country because of the hardship and trauma they faced while living there. I will say a lot more Jamaicans have not abandoned their beautiful island country. They are fighting for a better Jamaica. A Jamaica where corrupt politicians are not robbing the taxpayer's money as the masses live in poverty. They're fighting for a Jamaica where criminals, politicians, police, and some private sectors are not joining forces to work against the people.
Some also get subsidized food from supermarkets and wholesalers, a concession on utilities and transportation......and trust me GET OUT OF JAIL-FREE CARDS FOR THE FAMILY..
From my experience as a foreign entrepreneur in Jamaica I found that success was often dependent on developing a good foreign supply chain, developing a personal relationship with customs brokers, developing and rewarding contacts regularly with "brawta", and patiently waiting for paperwork to move through the governmental system. I also discovered that, prior to the liberalization of marijuana laws abroad. quite a few foreign nationals appeared to be living the "life of Riley" in rented villas with mysterious sources of income who turned out to be ganja gum smugglers who paid foreign backpackers to act as mules to carry the drugs back to drop-off points in Canada, USA and UK. Their enterprises were generally known locally but well protected against whistle blowers through hired enforcers.
When you say "crime", do you mean overall crime, violent crime or homicides? 1. Overall crime affects everyone equally in Jamaica, however, the total crime rate in Jamaica is much lower than in most so-called 1st world countries. Such stats is partially because often a lot of cases in Jamaica don't get reported, especially petty crime like shoplifting etc. 2. Violent crime rate is average in Jamaica and affects mostly locals or foreigners who are in personal relationships with the locals. It's interesting that violent crime rate is much higher in the USA (370) compared to Jamaica (45), yet people from the US still think it's dangerous in Jamaica. In reality, the USA has ridiculously high numbers of aggravated assaults. The results of these assaults are a lot of injured people, but because these people don't die - assaults are usually overlooked during country comparisons, so the US brags with its 5.0 homicide rate, ignoring that the reason for such low rate is not because there is no crime, but because people who are being attacked - survive. The US has a problem with these assaults because they are often random, under the drug/alcohol influence or due to a mental illness, whereas in Jamaica such random violent crime is rare. 3. High homicide rate is what Jamaica is notorious for, but neither foreigners, nor locals are affected, unless they are directly related to people involved in crime or the police force. The reason for that is because homicides in Jamaica are usually the result of gang violence between the gang members themselves or the police. If we were to look at the statistics of homicides that are not gang-related, it would be a very low homicide rate for Jamaica. What really influences Jamaican residents is the FEAR of crime, and it affects the locals much more than the crime itself. Jamaicans are affected by the fear of crime more than the foreigners, because they are brought up with the concept that Jamaica is the "crime capital" of the world, and it's "common knowledge", which persists, while with foreigners the situation can vary and it would depend on how they do the research or if they do it at all.
Before moving to the UK in 2022, I worked in IT, and many of the IT jobs occupied by Indians were not advertised to Jamaicans. They claimed the required qualifications weren’t available on the island. I also heard of companies replacing the local workforce with Latin Americans they flew in.
Love it! It's about time we have someone to provide and present facts rather than uneducated opinions, pushed out as truth. Data is data, and facts are facts, which is irrefutable.
@lawrencedavidson6195 Sorry, auto correct sometimes suck. Thanks for the subtle correction. It allowed me to read over my comments and see other corrections needed.
Jamaica have had more immigration before 1962. especially in the 1930s Jamaica had Cuba Labour migrants that came to Jamaica. Many went back and many stayed and descendants still living there.
I’m Jamaican by birth and migrated to the Us when I was 16. I’m ready to come back home and just waiting for my oldest to finish med school and guess who is moving back with my youngest. I will be looking for a job and my youngest will be getting a good education in Jamaica. I’m ready
In the 70s, the Rt. Honourable Michael Manley was able to entice Jamaicans in the diaspora to return & provide training to the young. That's how I aquired my profession. But, business is about the profit margin. So when u have sought after skill, CREATE YOUR OWN BUSINESS. Mr/Ms entreprenour.
You bought up a lot, that is hold over from, a not so distant pass. All high positions were held by UK'S citizens. Some instances from the Realm countries that are white> CA, NZ, AUSTRALIA before and little after *JM's independence, 1962.* After WWII, UK gave a call to her colonies to help rebuild the *MOTHER COUNTRY.* This is when the brain drained began. By the mid to late 1960's, word was out that England was barely better off than JM. That lead to the imgration shift to the US and CA. Before this workers leaving JM was seasonal (farm workers, builders). PM Manley policy of a maid's child should be as educated as a busher's child. This lead to what we have now. By the way, these young people who finished college and those that went to foreign, compared what they were offer to what their classmates were offer to worked in JM, 1 guess who got the better offer? One of the reasons why East Indians and Chinese migrate to JM and other COMMONWEALTH countries, is a hold over from when slavery end, they were brought in as indentured workers, which created it's own problems. JM reputation was collateral damage of the 1980's. With all that was happening in West Indies and DC, at the time, this reputation still persist that JM is unsafe. The only *COMMONWEALTH country,* that needs a visa to enter the UK, is JM. JM has a very high returnees rate, this might lend to illusion that JM have a lot of foreigners
Great content and information, I love in Jamaica 10 yrs ago I'm married to a Jamaican, I did notice that the Chinese were doing some of the road projects, but overall it was pretty rare to run into a foreigner, although I thought the percentage would of been higher, we are planning to retire in Jamaica in three years time, love all your content it's always balance, keep up the great work 🇦🇺🦘🇯🇲
Perhaps you don’t run into them because they isolate themselves in their own enclaves and mainly associates with others of their own or similar group and culture.
@@faithm2535 which is why I laugh when people claim they want to take over Jamaica. They are not of western blood. They don't desire servants. Just as you said - in ANY country they live in - they stick to themselves... They don't like to mix up because they don't like "mix up"
I kinder love how the USA foreign service seeds folks to countries of their heritage to serve. Didn't know the US ambassador is Jamaican born. Reminds me of George Haley being ambassador to The Gambia. George,of course,is the brother of Alex Haley,author of Roots...descendant of Kunta Kinteh, a Gambian slave...
I enjoy your videos but on this occasion I completely disagree. UWI and the other higher learning institutions produce many highly qualified graduates, who would be happy to stay. The 20% number you mentioned is far too high. There’s definitely some bias which I believe is based on outdated legacies. Also you can’t use the UAE as an example. Their GDP is far too high and they are outsourcing jobs they won’t do themselves. Thank you for producing great content.
Well-researched, eye opening and very informative but there are also cultural aspects to why this impression is so high. You cannot escape the history of colourism and classism in Jamaica that keeps 20% of high paying jobs in the reach of immigrants compared to the 1% in the rest of the country.
I don't know if this will go over well, by watching your video this proves why Jamaica need to open the flood gates to foreign nationals. Consequently, this move can raise the level of awareness of the value of Jamaica. The level of education for the average Jamaica is weak, (Jamaica does have a high teaching standard of education) but the majority of the lesser fortunate Jamaicans did not grasp much of the education that was offered to them. Jamaica needs a paradigm shift, and one way to achieve this paradigm shift is to let in a lot of foreigners up to 50% of the population. They will bring their money and talents with them. Give them the right to live in Jamaica as how Jamaican's have the right to live in the USA, Canada and England, where the can apply for any job and bring new minds to work among the people. This action may just let the average Jamaican realize the true value of life and life in Jamaica; and, to teach them to stop fighting and killing each other. Allowing foreigners to move to Jamaica freely, can contribute significantly to the development of Jamaica.
Lets square the circle and get to the heart of the matter. Land is paramount without it ppl starve. Research on land (not houses) acquisition across jamaica since independence would be valuable. Set a limit of 1.0 acres Who buys land? Volumes? Location? How is the land used in JA? How much empty agricultural quality land is there in JA? How much land is owned and registered by the state? How does the state use its land? What percentange of the land lays unused? Is land in Ja used for manufacturing plants and products satisfying job creation and the needs and wants of ppl who live in the caribbean basin? Is the land purchased by those born in jamaica, migrants or other states/countries? jamaica? That would be revealing!
It's the same issue here in New Haven, CT. People think Yale doesn't hire people from the town which is quite small. To the contrary, the available jobs are highly skilled and many people don't have the education or background to qualify. People love to complain without having all the facts. Also, jobs are hard to come by at Yale because most people stay for a very long time. They may change jobs within the university but they don't leave. They retire. I've been to Jamaica three times this year and I have one more under my belt. Please don't come for me Immigration. I love ya'll!!
So what you are saying is not really true. First of all there are just as many qualified Jamaicans in Jamaica as the ones who go overseas. There are many qualified Jamaicans with multiple Degrees and Highly educated and are not being paid what they deserve and not getting the jobs. Next the Government should have put in a stipulation that when these foreign countries come to Jamaica they have to hire Jamaicans. But instead Chinese are being racist yes racist and bringing workers from their Country. Some of these countries will hire for the low level position Jamaicans and only hire their people from their country. What that means for Jamaica is that a lot of the money that is spent is benefiting those foreign Countries. What you are saying is not true. Jamaica have been sold out to all these countries and they refuse to hire Jamaicans period. The govt should have insisted that they also hire Jamaicans. Just for your information Jamaica has a very completive education system, Jamaica believe in education. so just so you know. A degree at the Jamaican University is of the same level as the one in America, England, Canada. So no, there are many, many intelligent, educated Jamaicans that are being overlooked. It's all about greed, corporate greed and BIG TIME RACISM. Once you are a Jamaican you are Jamaican no matter where you go. PLEASE STOP THE NONSENSE.
Jamaica is a great country. I understand there is corruption, but they are keeping out the pc/woke/left/progressive ideology that is destroying most industrialized nations from within. Maybe an isolationist foreign policy isn't all bad.
I totally understand why foreign workers thrive in Jamaica. When my family was building a house on the North Coast, it was so hard to get the workers to show up on time or even just show up. It has been delay after delay. Should have hired the Chinese LOL
With the cost of living being so expensive in the West, Jamaica could leverage this opportunity and campaign for the diaspora to return home. But need to invest since it’s a long term strategy for growth. Also, many children of emigrants (like myself) want to start businesses in a less competitive market and afford to live with less - this demographic should also be targeted to get citizenship by descent and build their businesses in JA.
@virgiliomateus4239, It’s a con game, all those constructions aren’t being done out of benevolence. They have long term plans for the Island, as it is strategically geo located, in addition to the Bauxite & other minerals. All that work is not being done for free.
Great advice. But I also believe that a lot of people overseas think things are cheap too. And are stuck with the mentality of USD vs JMD so it's assumed that it should be cheap or cheaper. Some of the stories are from people who hire a man who can build and you know sey everybody a tradesman here. So that's where the disappointment comes. Again excellent advice.
