Government
GOB votes against paying multi-million UHS loan ordered by the CCJ
Despite an order issued by the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), the Government of Belize (GOB) has once again decided not to pay the now over $95 million owed to Lord Michael Ashcroft’s Belize Bank for a loan to Universal Health Services (UHS).
Government
Belize Welcomes New British High Commissioner, Ms. Claire Evans OBE
Ms Claire Evans OBE has been appointed British High Commissioner to Belize in succession to Mr Peter Hughes OBE.
Government
U.S Government donates counter-narcotics equipment to the Ministry of National Security
In an effort to help Belize combat the war against drug trafficking, on Tuesday, August 28th the Government of the United States of America...
Crime & Violence
Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for Coast Guard Station in Bacalar Chico
A groundbreaking ceremony was held for a Coast Guard Patrol Base in Bacalar Chico, north of Ambergris Caye. The design of the facility is to house 16 officers, it will include a 30 ft lookout tower, and a vessel will be assigned to the location.
Government
Taiwanese President’s state visit strengthens relations with Belize and provides assistance in education, infrastructure, and food
Before President Wen left on Saturday, August 18th, Belize saw the approval of financial assistance for the renovation of the library at the Institute for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ITVET) center in Belize City, followed by the donation of 10,000 sacks of rice from Taiwan on Wednesday, August 22nd.
Environment
To better protect Belize’s environment, the EIA process is under review
While all new developments in Belize are required to undergo the approval of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) by the DOE, shortcomings in the legislation and process are resulting in the construction of developments that pose considerable damage to the surrounding environment.
Government
Taiwanese President on a State visit to Belize
The diplomatic relations between Belize and Taiwan became stronger on Thursday, August 16th with the official visit of Taiwanese President Tsai In-Wen.
Conservation
SAMOA pathway midterm review meeting underway in San Pedro Town
The regional preparatory meeting is an opportunity to review what is known as the SAMOA pathway and see how the countries in the region have applied its implementations.