12 new SEZs under construction – PM

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12 new SEZs under construction – PM

Prime Minister Andrew Holness says 12 new special economic zones (SEZ) are now under construction. Holness, who made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2021-22 Budget Debate in the House of Representatives on March 18, said the SEZs,...

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