PJ Patterson

PJ Patterson

politician Jamaica

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.

Born on Apr 10, 1935 (90 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
3,799
Power
23$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Guyana 2 7.00 0.18% +0% 786,552 1,422 $6,000 11$
Jamaica 1 7.00 0.08% +0% 2,961,167 2,377 $15,000 12$
Totals 3 3,747,719 3,799 $21,000 23$
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Recent Mentions

Guyana Guyana: Holness equalled the record of retired former prime minister PJ Patterson, who is the longest serving prime minister to date. 7

Stabroek News: ‘Not a victory by default,’ says Holness of JLP's election win

Guyana Guyana: Holness equalled the record of retired former prime minister PJ Patterson, who is the longest serving prime minister to date. 7

Stabroek News: ‘Not a victory by default,’ says Holness of JLP's election win

Jamaica Jamaica: Holness equalled the record of retired former prime minister PJ Patterson, who is the longest serving prime minister to date. 7

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: JaVotes2025 | ‘Not a victory by default,’ says Holness of JLP's election win | News

Jamaica Jamaica: PJ Patterson is a former prime minister of Jamaica and the statesman-in-residence for the PJ Patterson Institute for Africa Caribbean Advocacy. 9

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: PJ Patterson | Emancipation not a favour or gift | News