Government
Ambassador of Cuba visits with Mayor Guerrero
Ambassador of Cuba, Lissette Perez, along with Orestes Hernandez, the Minister Counselor at the Embassy of the Republic of Cuba, made a courtesy visit to San Pedro Town Mayor Daniel Guerrero on Friday, February 24th.
Government
Senate hearings into immigration scandal continues
The Senate Special Select Committee continued its public hearing into the Auditor General's special audit report on the immigration scandal on Wednesday, February 15th.
Government
Belize misses Super Bond
On Monday, February 20th, the Government of Belize (GOB) failed to make a payment of US$13 million or BZ$26 million towards the 2038 Super Bond.
Government
GOB demands Courtenay’s resignation from Senate; Central Bank reserves at risk
The Government of Belize (GOB) have called for the removal of the People’s United Party’s (PUP) Senator Eamon Courtenay, claiming he abandoned his duties as a Senator to assist the Ashcroft Alliance in their legal battle against Belize.
Government
BNTU demands voter re-registration following Senate Inquiry into the Immigration Scandal
In a statement issued on Thursday, February 9th, BNTU emphasized the need for voter re-registration following the immigration scandals.
Government
Ombudsman Sworn-In for New Term in Office
In a brief ceremony held, February 13th at the Belize House in Belmopan, Mr. Lionel Arzu was sworn-in for a new term as Ombudsman.
Government
Caye Chapel beach creation project starts without EIA
Recent reports of a beach project on Caye Chapel has raised concerns among government officials and the tourism sector, as it has started without the benefit of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
Government
GOB passes bill to immunize Central Bank reserves
On Friday, January 27th, the Government of Belize (GOB) held an emergency sitting of the House of Representatives and introduced a bill to protect the Central Bank of Belize reserves.