The National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NaRRA) is a newly established national agency mandated to support Jamaica’s recovery, reconstruction, and long-term resilience planning. Its work focuses on strengthening coordination across key sectors, improving delivery systems, and ensuring that national recovery efforts are structured, efficient, and sustainable. This afternoon, I met with the CEO, Ambassador Antony Anderson, to engage on NaRRA’s vision and mission at this early stage of development. The discussion centred on building institutional knowledge and technical expertise within NaRRA, with a strong emphasis on training and leadership development. As a new entity, there is a clear opportunity to shape a strong foundation of capability, developing managers and executives who are equipped with the skills, judgment, and capacity to deliver complex programmes effectively. We also focused on strengthening execution across all levels of the Agency, ensuring that systems are designed to support efficiency, speed, and clear implementation of priorities. This early phase of NaRRA’s development is about building structure, strengthening human capital, and establishing the standards that will guide its long-term impact in national reconstruction and resilience efforts. I wish Ambassador Antony Anderson every success as he leads this important work in building a strong foundation for national resilience and long-term development.(Andrew Holness)