JISTV | PM Keynote Address at RIU Hotel & Resorts 25th Anniversary Gala

Historical Background RIU Hotels & Resorts began operations in Jamaica in 2001 with the opening of the Riu Tropical Bay in Negril, marking the company's first investment on the island. Over the past 25 years, RIU expanded its footprint with the opening of: Riu Negril (2004) Riu Ocho Rios (2005) Riu Montego Bay (2008) Riu Palace Jamaica (2013) Riu Reggae (2016) Riu Palace Aquarelle (2024) Today, RIU operates seven hotels in Jamaica, employs thousands of Jamaicans, welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors annually, and remains one of the country's most significant tourism investors. Significance of the 25th Anniversary Gala The gala serves as a celebration of: Twenty-five years of partnership between RIU Hotels & Resorts and Jamaica. The contribution of tourism to Jamaica's economic growth and job creation. The achievements of thousands of Jamaican team members who have helped establish RIU as a leading hospitality brand. RIU's continued investment in Jamaica's tourism product and infrastructure. The resilience of Jamaica's tourism sector and its recovery from challenges over the years. The Jamaica Information Service(JIS) is aimed at reporting up to date factual Government News for Jamaican Citizens here and abroad. We have packaged it into the Jamaica Magazine and JIS News along with other features. Look through each of our playlists and you will be able to find various features highlighting the Government's endeavour to meet its mandate. This video may contain copyrighted material including music, performance clips, images, or other media. All copyrighted content is used strictly for educational, commentary, review, news reporting, cultural promotion, or transformative purposes. No copyright infringement is intended. 📌 Stay Connected: Don't forget to like, share and subscribe Website: jis.gov.jm Instagram: @jisvoice YouTube: WatchJIS Twitter:   / jisnews   TikTok @ jisvoice_1 Facebook:   / jisvoice   For the latest Government News and updates, follow us on: Twitter:   / jisnews   Instagram:   / jisvoice   TikTok @ jisvoice_1 Facebook:   / jisvoice   Website: https://jis.gov.jm/ JIS News Playlist    • JIS News   Jamaica Magazine Playlist    • Jamaica Magazine   JIS Features Playlist    • JIS Features   #JIS #JISTV #JISnews #Goverment # JamaicaInformationService