KINGSTON, Jamaica — Former Finance Minister, Dr Peter Phillips said he is committed to providing the kind of leadership that will “create a new dynamic and a sense of national purpose in the Opposition People’s National Party.”

Phillips thanked, “Comrades islandwide for their overwhelming demonstration of confidence in my capacity to lead the Party at this time when the country urgently needs more effective governance.”

He also paid tribute to current President, Portia Simpson Miller, who he said “has served her party and her country with dedication, strength, determination and courage during the years of her leadership.”

“The conduct of the comrades throughout the nomination process has given the clearest indication of the priority that they place in the unity of the party as we embark on the renewal process,” said Dr Phillips.

“This unity is absolutely critical not only during the period of renewal but more so when we form the government if we are to achieve the objectives of building a more socially cohesive society, modernizing the economy ad make it more inclusive, and improving the delivery of critical social services. I invite all Jamaica to join us in this historic mission.”