Government
Belize launches Child Protection and Child Justice Steering Committee
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Government
MSDCCSWM and SIB Strengthen Partnership to Improve National Development Data
The Sustainable Development Unit (SDU), under the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Solid Waste Management (MSDCCSWM), and the Statistical Institute of Belize (SIB) signed a four-year Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen the coordination, management, and dissemination of Belize's national development data. The agreement was signed during the National SDG and Statistical System Workshop at the Grand Resort Residences on July 16, 2026, by Ms. Milagro Matus, Chief Executive Officer of the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Solid Waste Management, and Ms. Diana Castillo, Director General of the Statistical Institute of Belize.
Government
Several Caribbean Countries Granted Visa-Free Entry to Spain, but Belize Not Included
On July 14th, Spain announced a list of 60 countries whose citizens can enter the country without a visa. Among them are nine Caribbean nations. Belize, however, was not included. Belizeans traveling to Spain or other countries within the Schengen Area must still obtain a Schengen visa. They may be required to travel to Guatemala or Mexico to complete the application process.
Government
Belize Assumes COSEFIN Pro Tempore Presidency
Belize has officially assumed the Pro Tempore Presidency of the Council of Ministers of Finance or Treasury of Central America, Panama, and the Dominican Republic (COSEFIN) for the second half of 2026. This marks a historic milestone for Belize, as the country holds the Presidency of the regional body for the first time since COSEFIN's establishment. The transition took place during the LVIII Ordinary Meeting of the Council held in Guatemala City.
Government
Belize Assumes Pro Tempore Presidency (PPT) of the Council of Social Integration (CIS)
The Government of Belize, through the Ministry of Human Development, Family Support and Gender Affairs (MHDFSGA), has officially assumed the Pro Tempore Presidency of the Council of Social Integration (CIS) of the Central American Integration System (SICA) for the July-December 2026 term, following the conclusion of the 83rd Ordinary Meeting of the Council held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
Government
Belize Advances First Industrial Strategy Through UNIDO Study Tour in Japan
The Office of the Prime Minister, through the Investment Policy and Compliance Unit (IPCU) in the Ministry of Investment, in collaboration with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), successfully completed a week-long study tour to Japan from June 29 to July 3, 2026, as part of the ongoing development of Belize's first Industrial Strategy.
Government
Belize Strengthens Child-Centered Justice Through Specialized Judicial Training
The Ministry of Human Development, Family Support and Gender Affairs, in collaboration with the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Council and the Child Justice Committee, with the support of the Judicial Education Institute of the Senior Courts of Belize, commenced a two-day judicial training aimed at strengthening Belize's response to cases involving children and victims of trafficking in persons.
Accidents & Disasters
Belize Sends Relief Aid to Venezuela Through CARICOM Response
Belize has joined regional efforts to send humanitarian aid to Venezuela following twin earthquakes on June 24th that have affected an estimated 6.76 million people. On July 7th, a Caribbean Community (CARICOM) vessel carrying 88 containers of relief supplies departed from Guyana, bound for affected Venezuelan communities; Belize contributed three of those containers. Prime Minister John Briceño said he contacted Venezuelan leaders, pledged support through CARICOM, and committed financial assistance for emergency supplies.
Government
CARICOM Seeks CCJ Advisory Opinion on Secretary General Reappointment Dispute
Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Heads of Government have agreed to seek an advisory opinion from the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) to resolve a dispute over the reappointment of Belizean Dr. Carla Barnett as the organization's Secretary General. The decision was reached during a Heads of Government retreat held in St. Lucia on July 6th.
Government
Revised MCC Agreement Includes Funding for Second Ambergris Caye Power Cable
On July 1st, the Government of Belize (GOB) formally signed modifications to its US$125 million compact with the United States Government's Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), directing additional funding toward the country's energy sector. The revised agreement is expected to benefit San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, which is awaiting the installation of a second submarine power cable. The grant will also continue to support major investments in education.
Government
Belize Showcases Global Leadership in Natural Capital and Blue Economy Monitoring at Stanford Symposium
Press Release, Belmopan, June 30, 2026. Belize’s leadership in implementing natural capital approaches for almost two decades, along with its recent efforts to mainstream...