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Jamaica to get $150 million from “catastrophe” bond

In an exclusive interview with the ѿý, the World Bank has confirmed that Jamaica will receive a full payout from its catastrophe bond.

The World Bank has confirmed that Jamaica will receive a full $150 million payout from its catastrophe bond, which is the maximum possible, after Hurricane Melissa met the pre-agreed trigger conditions. Leanna Byrne hears from Jorge Familiar, the World Bank’s vice-president and treasurer.

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Presenter: Leanna Byrne
Producer: Ahmed Adan
Editor: Gideon Long

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