Government
Belize receives CIRSA’s Presidency at Regional Agricultural Meeting in San Pedro
During the 72nd ordinary meeting of the Regional International Agricultural Health Committee (CIRSA-OIRSA), Belize officially assumed the presidency on April 3rd. The Honourable Jose Abelardo Mai, Minister of Agriculture, Food Security, and Enterprise, represented the country in this role. The two-day event, held in San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, brought together Agriculture Ministers and Secretaries from across the region to discuss key issues related to agricultural health and food security. It also showcased Belize’s advancements in farm research and biological pest control.
Government
Green Climate Fund Approves Readiness Proposal for Belize
The Ministry of Economic Transformation, through its Climate Finance Unit (CFU), has successfully secured a BZD 1.9 million grant from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) via its readiness modality. This milestone marks a significant step, as the Ministry is now accessing direct funding from the world’s largest climate fund to advance Belize’s climate change agenda and national priorities included in #PlanBelize2.0.
Government
Government of Belize and World Bank Group Advance Country Partnership Framework for Sustainable Development
The Ministry of Economic Transformation (MET) and the World Bank Group (WBG) completed an in-country mission in preparation for the development of Belize’s new Country Partnership Framework (CPF), the institution’s engagement strategy within the country for the next ten (10) years.
Government
Belize Takes Over CIRSA Presidency at Regional Agricultural Meeting
The 72nd Ordinary Meeting of the Regional International Agricultural Health Committee (CIRSA) began on April 3rd at the Sunset Caribe Conference Hall in San Pedro, Belize. This two-day event, from April 3-4, brings together Agriculture Ministers and Secretaries from across the region to discuss key issues related to agricultural health and food security.
Government
The Belize Police Department to Receive New Commissioner of Police
The Government of Belize (GOB) has appointed Dr. Anthony Richard Rosado as the new Commissioner of Police. This marks a leadership change following Chester Williams' anticipated transition to a new role as he is the country’s longest-serving commissioner. Rosado’s appointment emphasizes a commitment to both continuity and reform within the Belize Police Department (BPD), which has been facing ongoing challenges related to public safety and modernization.
Government
Cayo Rosario Development
The Department of the Environment (DOE), within the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change, and Solid Waste Management held a meeting with all key regulatory government agencies to discuss the Cayo Rosario Project and the concerns raised by the public. Key government agencies included the Ministry of Blue Economy and Marine Conservation, Fisheries Department, Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute, Hol Chan Marine Reserve, Forest Department, Lands and Surveys Department, Mining Unit, Central Building Authority, and Belize Port Authority.
Conservation
Belize hosts inaugural Blue Forum, engaging stakeholders in the marine sector
The Government of Belize kicked off April with the Blue Forum, an event that brought together stakeholders from the marine and conservation sectors. This event took place at the Biltmore Plaza Hotel in Belize City starting on April 1st. Its purpose was to promote discussions on science-driven ocean management, encourage collaboration, and strengthen Belize’s blue economy.
Business & Economy
New 10% tariff on Belizean imports to the USA
In a significant move marking the most extensive tariff initiative by the U.S. in decades, President Donald Trump announced "kind" reciprocal tariffs affecting over 180 countries, including Belize, which will face a 10% tariff on its imports to the U.S. This announcement has major implications for global trade and could potentially reshape economic relationships between the U.S. and its trading partners.
