Deal to crack down on port smuggling close, says Tapia

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Deal to crack down on port smuggling close, says Tapia

A long-gestating pact between Jamaica and the United States to stamp out corruption at local ports is almost ready for ratification but will probably not be inked until after the September 3 general election. The stalled four-year talks may also...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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