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The Ministry of National Security (MNS) was established as a single Ministry in 2001 following the separation of the Ministry of National Security and Justice.

The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) was formed just a few days prior to Jamaica becoming a sovereign independent State within the Commonwealth of Nations. Although the Force itself is still young, it has a long history of descent and traditions stemming from units raised in the West Indies since the mid-seventeenth century.

To facilitate and promote the maintenance of law and order,The safe-keeping and rehabilitation of offenders,The protection of the country against internal and external threats;Thereby ensuring the safety and social well being of all Jamaicans While, providing opportunities for the development
and welfare of its internal and external clients