MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica — The Chinese New Year festival held at the Peninsula in Montego Bay was more than a cultural celebration. It was, in many respects, a living example of what a modern Jamaica looks like: diverse, disciplined, passionate, and increasingly interconnected.
Among those in attendance was Dean Jones, founder of Jamaica Homes, who described the evening as “a masterclass in organisation, cultural pride, and partnership.”
The event brought together members of Jamaica’s Chinese community, local business leaders, families, and guests from across the island. Traditional performances, food, and symbolic rituals marked the Lunar New Year — but the deeper message, Jones suggested, went far beyond festivity.
“Integration Is Strength”
Speaking after the event, Jones reflected on what the celebration symbolised for the island.
“What stood out to me wasn’t just the colour or the culture,” Jones said. “It was the discipline, the precision, the commitment to excellence. Everything started …
