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UNDP Jamaica at a Glance
UNDP has been a development partner of Jamaica since January 1976 and promotes the advancement of inclusive and sustainable development for the people of the country. Through its work, UNDP helps to empower lives and build resilient Jamaica. Read More
2011 Human Development Report launched
The 2011 Human Development Report (HDR) shows Jamaica with an improved position at 79 out of 187 countries and territories. The Report which has as its theme Sustainability and Equity: A Better Future for All was launched in Copenhagen, Denmark on November 2. Read More
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- Population: 2,847,232 million
- UNDP Human Development Index: 0.688, ranked as middle-income country (101st out of 177 countries)
- Life expectancy at birth: 72.3 years (73rd out of 177 countries)
- Adult literacy rate: 79.9 percent (91st out of 177 countries)
- Combined primary, secondary and tertiary education gross enrolment ratio: 77.9 percent, (61st out of 177 countries)
- GDP per capita: US$4,291 (112th out of 177 countries)
- Economy: Tourism, mining, agriculture, financial and insurance services, manufacturing
Global Reports
UNDP Annual Report 2011/2012
Millennium Development Goals Report 2012
Sustainable Development: Time for Action
Triple Wins for Sustainable Development
Democratic Governance
Environment & Energy
Poverty Reduction