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Government
Belize Protests Guatemalan Flag Incident at Sarstoon Island
The Government of Belize will be lodging a formal protest at the highest level against this violation of its territorial sovereignty and the aggressive actions that accompanied it. The Government of Belize reaffirms its unwavering commitment to defend its territorial integrity and ensure that all actions taken by its security forces are guided by respect for the rule of law and the protection of Belize’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Government
Immigration Ministry removes Recommender requirement from passport applications
The Ministry of Immigration announced that, effective September 1, 2025, the Recommender section has been officially eliminated from the Belize passport application form. The adjustment is part of the government’s ongoing effort to streamline services, reduce fraud and corruption, and strengthen the integrity of the passport process.
Government
Government Says MCC Grant Restored but Will Be Modified
On Wednesday, August 20th, the Government of Belize (GOB) announced that the country may still access the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) grant, despite the program being shut down in April of this year. Belize’s foreign service lobbied strongly for its reinstatement, and the effort succeeded. However, officials confirmed the agreement has been modified, and it remains uncertain whether Belize will receive the full US$125 million approved initially.
Conservation
GOB Achieves the Delivery of Milestone 4 Under the Belize Blue Bonds Program
. In November 2024, the Government of Belize, through its Blue Bond and Finance Permanence Unit, submitted the required documentation to the Belize Blue Investment Company Limited (BIC) to complete Milestone 4, one of the key conservation targets under the Conservation Funding Agreement (CFA) of the Belize Blue Bonds Program.
Government
Cabinet Brief for August 15, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
• Cabinet gave its approval for a programme to improve Labour Force Participation and Employability in Belize, especially for women and youth. This...
Environment
Government of Belize and Brightwater Launch First Blue Carbon Pilot to Advance Climate Solutions and Marine Conservation
The Government of Belize (GOB), through the Ministry of Blue Economy and Marine Conservation, in partnership with Brightwater, is proud to announce the launch of Belize’s groundbreaking blue carbon pilot project, which will lead to the development and issuance of Belize’s first high-quality blue carbon credits.
Business & Economy
Belize to Begin Shrimp Exports to Taiwan
On July 30th, the Government of Belize announced that the Republic of China (Taiwan) has officially approved shrimp exportation from Belize. The confirmation came during a visit to Taiwan by a Belizean delegation attending the Second Meeting of the Administrative Commission under the Belize–Taiwan Economic Cooperation Agreement. This milestone follows over two years of technical collaboration and regulatory engagement between the two countries.
Government
Belize Celebrates National Day at Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan
The Government of Belize is proud to announce its official participation in the National Day celebration at Expo 2025 Osaka on Sunday, August 3, under the national theme “One Belize, One Purpose: Ecosystem for Life.”
National Day at the Expo marked a moment of cultural and diplomatic significance, and Belize delivered a vibrant and meaningful showcase of its heritage, development vision, and international partnerships.
