Business & Economy
BTIA discusses ideas to develop new strategic plan
In an effort to establish the Belize Tourism Industry Association’s (BTIA) five-year strategic plan, all district chapters have participated in an interactive consultation to help draft a proposal.
Business & Economy
EU to lift quotas on sugar
The sustainability of Belize’s sugar industry is now uncertain as the European Union (EU) is seeking to lift quotas on cane sugar, and exchange it with beet sugar.
Business & Economy
Stakeholders believe proposed increase in departure fee threatens tourism industry
The decision by GOB to increase the departure fee for non-Belizeans flying out of the country has raised concerns within the tourism industry.
Business & Economy
GEM survey reveals major improvements in Belize’s entrepreneurial activity
BELTRAIDE, is pleased to announce that a recent survey by the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) has revealed major improvements in Belize’s overall national entrepreneurial activity.
Business & Economy
PM Barrow presents 2017-2018 National Budget
Under the theme ‘Bouncing Back-A Bold Belizean Recovery,’ the official National budget for the 2017-2018 fiscal year, was presented on Monday, March 13th.
Business & Economy
BTIA San Pedro Chapter hosts membership mixer
In an effort to revive membership, BTIA San Pedro Chapter hosted a mixer at The Hidden Treasure Restaurant on Tuesday, March 7th.
Business & Economy
“Tax increase very likely”; social partners meet with Financial Secretary
Joseph Waight, Financial Secretary, spoke about the concerns being raised by social partners and the majority of Belizeans, including a raise in taxes.
Business & Economy
Minister of Agriculture has high hopes of improving the agriculture sector
The Ministry of Agriculture has launched a new campaign dubbed ‘Let’s Get Growing,’ in hopes of boosting the sector.
