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Government of Belize
Government
Government Launches Share Sale Offer for Hydro Belize Limited
Tomorrow, the Government of Belize will launch the share sale offer for Hydro Belize Limited, formerly Fortis Belize Limited. Hydro Belize owns three hydroelectric power plants – namely, the Mollejon, Chalillo and Vaca facilities – which operate on the Macal River in the Cayo District and provide approximately a third of annual power supplied by Belize Electricity Ltd. to its consumers.
Together, the plants have a capacity of 51 megawatts of power, hold long term power supply agreements with BEL, and generated gross annual revenues in 2024 of approximately BZ$50 million.
Government
Belize Introduces New Pathway to Permanent Residency for Investors
In a Cabinet briefing dated December 11th, the Government of Belize (GOB) announced the approval of new pathways for bona fide global investors to obtain permanent residency status in Belize. The proposed legislation will apply to investors who have made commercial investments in Belize of not less than five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) and who meet the qualifications set out by the Ministries of Immigration and Investment.
Government
GOB Hosts Validation Session to Advance Belize’s Blue Economy Governance Framework
The Ministry of Blue Economy and Marine Conservation convened a national Validation Workshop on December 2 to advance the finalization of the Blue Economy Bill. This marks a transformative step toward establishing Belize’s long-term legislative framework for a sustainable, resilient, and innovative Blue Economy. This pivotal session signals the Government of Belize’s continued commitment to ensuring that Belize’s ocean and coastal resources are governed through modern, science-based, inclusive, and progressive policy systems.
Community and Society
Belize Celebrates Children’s Day with Focus on Rights and Protection
San Pedro joined the national observance of World Children’s Day on November 20th with activities centered on this year’s theme, “My Day, My Rights.” Preschool and primary school students gathered at locations including Boca del Rio and the Ambergris Stadium for a day of organized events highlighting children’s rights, development, and well-being. San Pedro Roman Catholic School (SPRCS), together with other island schools, also hosted a lively parade to mark the occasion.
Government
Government of Belize Launches MICS7 Results in Partnership with Statistical Institute of Belize and UNICEF
The Government of Belize, in collaboration with the Statistical Institute of Belize (SIB) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), proudly announces the official launch of the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS7) results. This milestone event coincides with the observance of World Children’s Day, reinforcing Belize’s commitment to the Convention on the Rights of the Child and its international obligations to safeguard and promote the well-being of every child.
Government
Government of Belize and the IDB Present National Digital Transformation with Unveiling of the National Digital Infrastructure Plan
The Government of Belize, through the Ministry of Public Utilities, Energy and Logistics, the Ministry of E-Governance (MoEG), and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), officially presented the National Digital Infrastructure Plan, a comprehensive blueprint designed to strengthen Belize’s digital backbone and accelerate national digital transformation.
Environment
Belize Halts Short-Term Tree Cutting Permits to Protect National Lands
Starting December 1, 2025, the Government of Belize will impose a five-year moratorium on issuing Short-term Forest Licenses and Petty Permits for tree cutting on national lands. The Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Solid Waste Management, along with the Belize Forest Department, announced the measure following Cabinet’s approval, citing growing risks of forest depletion across the country.
Traffic
Mandatory $300 Motorcycle Course to Roll Out in 2026
Starting January 1, 2026, all motorcycle license holders in Belize will be required to complete a two-week compulsory training course costing up to $300. The course will be offered at ITVETs and other certified institutions nationwide as part of a government initiative to strengthen road safety for motorcyclists and other road users.
