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European Union
Community and Society
EU approves five-year Schengen visas for Belizeans
After years of diplomatic advocacy, Belizeans holding biometric passports are now eligible for multiple-entry Schengen visas valid for up to five years, according to an announcement on Wednesday, November 12th, by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade. While a full visa waiver between Belize and the European Union (EU) remains under discussion, this new arrangement marks a significant step forward for travel access and cooperation.
Government
Border Management in Belize Strengthened Thanks to Key EU-IOM Initiative
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), in partnership with the European Union (EU), officially handed over critical ICT equipment to the Ministry of Immigration to expand the use of Belize’s Migration Information and Data Analysis System (MIDAS) at key entry points in the country.
Government
PAHO/WHO, European Union, and Ministry of Health and Wellness Conduct Palliative and End-of-Life Care and Psychosocial Support Training Workshops Across Belize
As part of the European Union (EU)-Health Sector Support Programme, the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MoHW), conducted a series of training workshops aimed at strengthening palliative and end-of-life care, including psychosocial support, across Belize.
Government
IDB and EU Partner to Boost Trade and Investment Facilitation Program in Belize
The European Union (EU) is providing a €2 million grant to support the Trade and Investment Facilitation Program in Belize, financed by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).
Government
Belize and the European Union Holds Partnership Dialogue
Belize and the European Union held their Partnership Dialogue in Belmopan, Belize on 19th May 2025. The discussions were held in a constructive atmosphere, addressing the multifaceted relationship between Belize and the EU. Both parties are aligned on many critical global issues and are committed to respecting the international legal order and promoting multilateralism. They reiterated their commitment to further strengthen their partnership, grounded in shared values and interests.
Health
Government of Belize Launches the Belize Health Sector Strategic Plan (BHSSP) 2025-2034
The Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW) announces the official launch of the Belize Health Sector Strategic Plan (BHSSP) 2025-2034, a transformative roadmap designed to strengthen Belize’s health system and advance Universal Health for all Belizeans.
Government
UNDP Belize and the European Union Support Belize’s Magistrate Court with ICT Equipment to Enhance Case Management and Address Backlog
As part of the ongoing efforts to enhance case management and address the backlog of cases, Belize’s magistrate court received vital Information and Communication Technology (ICT) equipment. This initiative is part of the PACE Justice Project, funded by the European Union (EU) and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The project aims to improve the efficiency of criminal justice administration and strengthen the institutional capacities of police forces, prosecutors, lawyers, courts, and prisons in the Caribbean, including Belize to effectively and efficiently manage criminal cases.
Government
UNDP and European Union Equip Police Prosecutors with Laptops and vLex Online Library to Enhance Case Efficiency
Under the PACE Justice Project, funded by the European Union (EU) and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Belize Country Office, nine laptops were procured for police prosecutors, providing them with the necessary digital tools to facilitate case management, research, and communication.