Johnson Smith appoints envoys to Belgium and Caricom
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Two long-time diplomats have been appointed as Jamaica’s envoys to Belgium and the Caribbean Community (Caricom).
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kamina Johnson Smith on Monday named Diedre Mills, as ambassador-designate to the Kingdom of Belgium and head of mission to the European Union, and Ambassador Esmond Reid, as Jamaica’s plenipotentiary representative to the Caribbean Community (Caricom).
“Both diplomats have demonstrated exceptional dedication to public service and bring with them decades of experience in advancing Jamaica’s foreign policy objectives. I have full confidence in their ability to navigate complex international environments, build strategic partnerships and effectively advocate for Jamaica’s interests,” the minister said.
Mills is a career diplomat with more than 25 years in the Jamaican Foreign Service and has held several senior assignments, including as Jamaica’s deputy permanent representative to the United Nations (UN) in New York and deputy high commissioner at the Jamaican High Commission in London.
Reid brings over three decades of diplomatic experience, with a strong background in trade negotiations and multilateral affairs. He recently served as high commissioner to Nigeria, with concurrent accreditation to several West and Central African countries.
Both senior diplomats are expected to assume duties soon.
