PJ Patterson
JamaicapoliticianMaleb. 19356.0Global Dominance: 0.00%PJ Patterson is a prominent Jamaican politician who served as the Prime Minister of Jamaica from 1992 to 2006, making him the longest-serving prime minister in the country's history. A member of the People's National Party, Patterson played a significant role in shaping Jamaica's political landscape during his tenure, focusing on economic reforms and social development. He was also instrumental in promoting regional integration in the Caribbean and has contributed to various international and regional organizations, including the Commonwealth. His leadership in the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in 2007 was key in rejecting the idea of 'associate membership' in the Commonwealth, emphasizing the importance of full sovereignty among member nations.
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PJ Patterson was a future Prime Minister who marched to The Gleaner's offices with Michael Manley.
Francesca Tavares | Jamaica’s troubles: The history we carry without speaking (1970s) | CommentaryJamaica· 2026-06-01
PJ Patterson is among the former leaders who issued a joint appeal against the US executive order affecting Cuba.
Former CARICOM leaders urge repeal of US exec order targeting Cuba’s fuel supply | NewsJamaica· 2026-02-20
PJ Patterson is a former Prime Minister of Jamaica who reflects on the legacy of Curtis Ward.
PJ Patterson | Curtis Ward was a noble Avatar | CommentaryJamaica· 2026-01-23
PJ Patterson was a leader of the People’s National Party under whom Portia Simpson Miller climbed the ranks.
Angela Brown Burke | Sister P at 80 | In FocusJamaica· 2025-12-15
Former Prime Minister PJ Patterson is urging Jamaica and Jamaicans to rebuild with resilience as they move forward from the disaster.
Patterson urges Jamaica, Jamaicans to rebuild with resilience for the future | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-11-05PJ Patterson is among the former leaders voicing worries about the military buildup in the region.
Llega a Trinidad y Tobago un destructor de EE. UU. para llevar a cabo ejercicios militares - Mundo
Paraguay· 2025-10-26
Then Prime Minister PJ Patterson designated the area a disaster zone after Hurricane Ivan struck in 2004.
Portland Cottage on edge as Hurricane Melissa looms | NewsJamaica· 2025-10-25
Former Jamaican prime minister PJ Patterson is among a group of ex-heads of government in the Caribbean who have urged a pull-back to avoid any undermining of peace.
Rowley 'embarrassed' by Trinidad's stance on US military actions in the region | NewsJamaica· 2025-10-24
Former Prime Minister PJ Patterson wrote to both leaders on December 2, 2021, emphasizing the need for unity in constitutional reform.
Golding rebuffs invitation to meet with Chuck on constitutional reform, insists talks must be with PM | NewsJamaica· 2025-10-04
When the commission was reconstituted in 1993 by Mr Manley’s successor, PJ Patterson, with largely the same members, the constitutional lawyer, Lloyd Barnett, became the chairman.
Editorial | A new committee | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-10-03
Holness equalled the record of retired former prime minister PJ Patterson, who is the longest serving prime minister to date.
‘Not a victory by default,’ says Holness of JLP's election win
Guyana· 2025-09-05
Holness equalled the record of retired former prime minister PJ Patterson, who is the longest serving prime minister to date.
‘Not a victory by default,’ says Holness of JLP's election winGuyana· 2025-09-04Holness equalled the record of retired former prime minister PJ Patterson, who is the longest serving prime minister to date.
JaVotes2025 | ‘Not a victory by default,’ says Holness of JLP's election win | NewsJamaica· 2025-09-04PJ Patterson is a former prime minister of Jamaica and the statesman-in-residence for the PJ Patterson Institute for Africa Caribbean Advocacy.
PJ Patterson | Emancipation not a favour or gift | NewsJamaica· 2025-08-01
The project was conceptualised more than 20 years ago under former Prime Minister PJ Patterson.
Harmony Cove project negotiated in nat’l interest – Holness | Lead StoriesJamaica· 2025-07-23
PJ Patterson announced the Harmony Cove project in 2004.
Construction set to start on Harmony Cove | NewsJamaica· 2025-07-17
PJ Patterson was another Caribbean political leader who spoke at CCNY and interacted with Charlie Rangel.
Congressman Rangel’s record on minority rights were exemplary but less so on free and fair elections in GuyanaGuyana· 2025-06-10
PJ Patterson is another prime minister from the People’s National Party.
Golding wants to emulate dad’s contribution to nation | NewsJamaica· 2025-05-14
Former Prime Minister PJ Patterson paid tribute to Desi Jones, highlighting his masterful drumming and musical direction.
Desi Jones tribute, great performances at Bring Back the Love | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-05-02
P.J. Patterson, on his 90th birthday, honoured The University of the West Indies with a Pan-Africanist mural celebrating 17 freedom fighters.
PJ Patterson, at 90, unveils Pan-African mural for UWI’s new Cultural Heritage ParkGuyana· 2025-04-14
PJ Patterson was the chair of the special committee that rejected the idea of 'associate membership' in the Commonwealth.
US ‘joining’ the Commonwealth: An unreasonable expectation
Bahamas· 2025-03-31
