Prime Minister to Prince William: Jamaica wants to become independent | royals

entertainment">The arrival of William and Catherine was protested in Jamaica, as in recent days in Belize, because of colonialism and the United Kingdom’s role in slavery. According to royalty reporters present during the meeting, the president made this point on Wednesday. “Jamaica is a very free and liberal country and the people are very outspoken. I’m sure you saw all that expression yesterday.”

entertainment">Holness then spoke out that the country wants to become independent. “Jamaica, as you can see, is a country that is proud of its history and very proud of what we have achieved. We want to move on and intend to fulfill our desire and destiny to become an independent, developed and prosperous country.”

—