The government has signed a memorandum of understanding, with Bio-Jam Industrial Research and Development Global Inc, to undertake a feasibility study for the creation of a science and technology park in Jamaica.

Science and Technology Minister, Dr. Andrew Wheatley, says the study will determine Jamaica’s readiness for the park, which will facilitate research and development into new products for the local and export markets

Dr. Wheatley states that such a project will place Jamaica on the path to fulfilling the vision 2030 goal to build a science, technology and innovation culture, empowering Jamaicans to excel in an evolving world.

This as it will  fast-track Jamaica’s ability to make policy decisions based on scientific research, and also guide the government in taking the strategic steps to reap the benefits of its scientific technological capacities.

The minister adds that the establishment of the park will encourage more of the country’s scientists and researchers to stay in Jamaica.

He was addressing the signing ceremony at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston recently.