KINGSTON, Jamaica — Juliet Holness, Speaker of the House of Representatives, has been appointed to the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association’s (CPA) International Executive Committee as the Representative for the Caribbean, Americas, and Atlantic Region. This significant appointment, effective October 12, 2025, was announced following the Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) in Barbados, where Holness led a distinguished delegation including Government member Andrew Morris, Opposition member Yvonne Rose-Marie Shaw, Clerk to the Houses Colleen Lowe, and legislative counsel Ashleigh Ximines. This role positions Jamaica at the forefront of the CPA’s global leadership for the next three years, enabling Holness to influence policy and enhance parliamentary democracy across over 180 legislatures worldwide. As Regional Representative, Holness will also serve on the CAA Regional Executive Committee, fostering inter-parliamentary cooperation, advocating for good governance, and promoting the CPA’s mission at regional and international levels. In her acceptance statement, Holness expressed gratitude and reaffirmed her dedication to advancing parliamentary democracy within the Commonwealth. She emphasized her commitment to representing the region with integrity and ensuring its voices remain prominent within the CPA. The CPA, encompassing over 17,000 parliamentarians across nine regions, provides a platform for collaboration and the exchange of best practices. Holness’s appointment highlights Jamaica’s ongoing leadership and active role in promoting democratic values and inter-parliamentary unity within the Commonwealth.