Government
Government of Belize Initiates Comprehensive Review and Modernization of Labour Act
In response to the evolving dynamics of the labour market and the pressing need to address contemporary challenges, the Government of Belize announces a comprehensive review and modernization initiative of the Labour Act, Chapter 297, Revised Edition 2020. The Labour Act has essentially remained unchanged since its inception on August 1, 1960.
Government
Cabinet Approves Workplace Safety Measures through OSH Bill Amendments
The Ministry of Rural Transformation, Community Development, Labour and Local Government is pleased to announce that Cabinet has approved amendments to the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Bill.
Government
Meet Independent San Pedro Town Council Candidate
The San Pedro Sun invited Independent mayoral candidate Abner Bacab to answer the following questions.
Government
MFAFT Welcomes US Visit on Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation
H.E. Amalia Mai, Chief Executive Officer in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, welcomed Ambassador Jessye Lapenn, Senior Coordinator for the Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation (PAC), during a notable visit to Belize organised by the Embassy of the United States. Ambassador Lapenn delved into discussions concerning the commitments delineated in the PAC Declaration, to which Belize became a signatory on January 30.
Community and Society
Contract signed to build San Pedro General Hospital
The San Pedro General Hospital project promised by the Government of Belize (GOB) is closer to materializing after signing a contract for its design, construction, and equipment in the Capital City of Belmopan on Friday, February 16th.
Government
Government of Belize – United Nations Joint National Steering Committee Meeting
The Government of Belize and the United Nations held the Third Joint National Steering Committee Meeting for the United Nations Multi-Country Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNMSDCF) 2022-2026, co-chaired by H.E. Amalia Mai, CEO of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, and Mr. Raul Salazar, United Nations Resident Coordinator for Belize.
Government
GOB and EU Reinforce Their Partnership by Signing a Green Growth, Trade, Border Management Programme
Prime Minister Hon. John Briceño and H.E. Marianne van Steen, Ambassador of the European Union (EU) to Belize, have reaffirmed the long-standing partnership between the Government of Belize and the EU with the signature of the Financing Agreement of EUR 12.6 million (around USD 13.5 million). The funds are part of the current EU commitment of EUR 17 million with opportunities to be increased in the next years. The EU funds support the Government of Belize in achieving the targets of the #planBelize Medium-Term Development Strategy.
Government
Launch of a Credit Facility for Artisanal fishers to improve livelihoods and strengthen stewardship for sustainable fisheries
In an effort to promote sustainable fishing and stronger stewardship of Belize’s rich marine environment, the Government of Belize and World Wildlife Fund (WWF) joined forces with the Development Finance Corporation of Belize (DFC), and Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) to establish a pilot program to support licensed artisanal fishers through loans tailored to their needs.