Jamaica’s former Ambassador to Washington DC, Senator the Hon. Audrey Marks, has been lauded by the USA (US) Authorities for her position in furthering relations between the international locations throughout her tenure.
US Deputy Assistant Secretary for Caribbean Affairs, Haiti and Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, Barbara Feinstein, counseled Ambassador Marks for highlighting the energy of the US/Jamaican partnership, which was evident throughout the current profitable go to of Secretary of State, Hon. Marco Rubio, to the island.
She was addressing a farewell reception for Senator Marks hosted by the Embassy of Jamaica on the Group of American States (OAS) Corridor of the Americas in Washington DC on Friday (March 28).
Ms. Feinstein counseled Senator Marks on eight years as Ambassador to the US and Everlasting Consultant to the OAS.
“Some members of the diplomatic corps serve one tour of obligation, however you had been so distinctive that you simply had been requested by your nation to serve on two events on this place,” she famous.
Ms. Feinstein stated she admired Ambassador Marks for her tenacity, pragmatism, dedication and follow-through, attributes that can serve her nicely in her new ministerial place, which is targeted on effectivity and digital transformation.
In her response, Senator Marks stated, “During the last eight years I’ve had the honour of witnessing the deep and enduring ties that bind Jamaica and the USA collectively. Our collaboration, shared values, frequent targets and people-to-people ties have formed our international locations’ progress in vital methods. The friendships that I’ve shaped and the expertise I’ve had will endlessly maintain a particular place in my coronary heart.”
“I need to prolong my deepest due to the Authorities of the USA, its individuals and my esteemed bilateral colleagues. Your generosity and spirit of cooperation have made my time right here actually unforgettable.
“From high-level conferences and diplomatic discussions to the extra private encounters and heat exchanges, every second has been invaluable in fostering mutual understanding in strengthening our bond,” she added.
Senator Marks stated it was an honour and a privilege to have served as her nation’s consultant to the OAS and was deeply grateful for the chance to have labored alongside such resolute and visionary people.
Turning to the diaspora, Senator Marks, stated she was honoured to have served because the “hyperlink between our homeland and every of you”.
“The bonds that unite us, irrespective of the place we’re on the planet is one which transcends borders,” she expressed.
She famous that she had seen first-hand the contributions the diaspora continues to make to the island in well being, training, safety and different developmental areas.
These embrace the adoption of clinics, help for college students, medical missions, funding of crucial assets “proving that collectively we are able to improve Jamaica’s magnificence, fellowship and prosperity”.
Senator Marks thanked members of employees on the Embassy and Everlasting Mission for his or her dedication, help and onerous work.
“Your dedication to our shared mission has been the cornerstone of all our success. You may have all left an indelible mark on me,” she expressed.
Amongst these additionally paying tributes had been Secretary Normal of the OAS, Luis Almagro; OAS Assistant Secretary Normal, Ambassador Nestor Mendez; Dean of the Ambassadors of the Western Hemisphere Accredited to the USA and Dean of the Ambassadors to the OAS, Sir Ronald Sanders; and Professor Emeritus of Stanford College, Donald Harris.
The farewell reception was attended by representatives of the US Authorities, members of the Diplomatic Corps and the Jamaican Diaspora.
