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...
Government
Belize Advances Strategic Priorities at the 66th Ordinary Meeting of the CABEI Board of Governors
Dr. Hon. Osmond Martinez, Minister of State in the Ministry of Economic Transformation and Alternate Governor to the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI), represented Belize at the 66th Ordinary Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI), held on Friday, June 26, 2026, in Oviedo, Principality of Asturias, Spain.
Government
Government of Belize Signs Modified MCC Compact to Strengthen Investments in Education and Energy
The Government of Belize formally signed modifications to the Belize Compact, a US$125 million grant agreement with the U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), focused on investments in education and energy to support long-term economic growth in Belize. The compact is one of the largest grant investments in Belize’s history.
Government
Belize and Guatemala Seek OAS Support as Territorial Dispute Case Continues
As the territorial, maritime, and insular dispute between Belize and Guatemala approaches a final judgment, both governments have sought continued support from the Organization of American States (OAS). During the OAS General Assembly, held in Panama from June 22nd to 24th, Belize presented updates on the long-running dispute. It highlighted the OAS's role in guiding both countries toward a peaceful resolution through the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Both countries also requested that the OAS continue to provide an institutional platform through which permanent observers can support the operation of the OAS Office in the Adjacency Zone.