Jamaica is an island nation in the Caribbean Sea, south of Cuba. It is the third largest island in the Caribbean (after Cuba and Hispaniola) and strategically located between Cayman Trench and Jamaica Channel, the main sea lanes for the Panama Canal. Jamaica is a founding member of the Bank.

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Kingston
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Jamaican Dollar (JMD)
% of shares
17.31 (as of December 31, 2017)
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By the Numbers

Distribution of Loans, Contingent Loans, Equity and Grants Approved (NET) by Sector (1970 - 2019)
Total approvals (1970 - 2019) ($'000)

883,603

Approval Of Loans, Contingent Loads, Equity and Grants (NET) (2014 - 2019) ($'000)

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Last Updated - 31/10/2025
Distribution of Loans, Contingent Loans, Equity and Grants Approved (NET) by Sector (1980 - 2024)
Total approvals (1980 - 2024) ($'000)

582,861

Approval Of Loans, Contingent Loans, Equity and Grants (NET) (2019 - 2024 YTD)

News

A group of five individuals stands on a stage at the 55th Annual Meeting of the Caribbean Development Bank, with the event's theme "Building the Future: Resilient Institutions for a Greener, Stronger, and Inclusive Caribbean" displayed on the backdrop. The individuals, representing a mix of formal attire, are positioned in front of a vibrant floral arrangement featuring sunflowers and tropical plants. The event logo is prominently visible in the background.
Jul 1, 2025
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President Best stands behind a clear lectern with the 555th Annual Meeting branding delivering remarks. Behind him, flags of CDB member countries are displayed.
Jun 13, 2025
CDB President Calls for Stronger Institutions to Drive Caribbean Resilience
Dr. Clarke and Ms. Poire are seated on a stage at the 55th Annual Meeting of the Caribbean Development Bank in Brasília, Brazil. On the left, a woman holds a notebook, attentively listening, while on the right, a man gestures while speaking into a microphone. A colorful backdrop displays the event's theme, "Building the Future: Resilient Institutions for a Greener, Stronger, and Inclusive Caribbean."
Jun 11, 2025
Caribbean Must “Raise Growth Potential through Deep Productivity Enhancing Reforms while Strengthening Resilience” Urges IMF Deputy Managing Director Nigel Clarke at CDB Lecture

Events

Jamaica
Thirty-Third Annual Meeting of Contributors to the Special Development Fund
Jamaica
Second Formal Negotiation Meeting of Contributors for the Replenishment of the Special Development Fund (Unified) Ninth Cycle
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