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Health
Health Officials Warn of Measles Risk and Rising Mosquito-Borne Illnesses
Belize’s Ministry of Health and Wellness (MoHW) is urging the public to remain vigilant as the country monitors two growing health concerns: a rapidly expanding measles outbreak across the Americas and an increase in mosquito-borne diseases in the region. Health officials are reminding residents that prevention, early action, and community cooperation remain critical to protecting public health.
Travel
Sapodilla Cayes Busy Over Easter Break; Belizeans Favor Guatemala Over Mexico
While many Belizeans traveled to Guatemala instead of Mexico for the Easter holidays, hundreds of foreign visitors went to the Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve off Belize's southern coast. According to immigration records, most of these visitors were from Guatemala, along with some from Honduras, arriving at the islands in private boats.
Business & Economy
Caye International Bank President meets German President during official tour
Caye International Bank (CIB) President Dr. Luigi Wewege recently met with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier during the latter’s official visit to Panama. President Steinmeier’s regional tour, held from March 16th to 20th, included stops in Panama, Guatemala, and Mexico, focusing on strengthening economic ties, trade, and democratic cooperation.
Conservation
Trinational agreement signed to safeguard the Greater Maya Forest
Belize, Guatemala, and Mexico have signed a trilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in the conservation and sustainable management of the Greater Maya Forest, one of the largest and most significant tropical forest systems in the Americas. The agreement was signed on March 24, 2026, during a trinational workshop hosted by Belize from March 22nd to 28th in Placencia Village, Stann Creek District.
Government
ICJ allows Guatemala to enter Belize-Honduras Sapodilla Cayes dispute
On Thursday, March 19th, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) permitted Guatemala to intervene in the case concerning the dispute over the southern Sapodilla Cayes between Belize and Honduras.
Government
Belize and Guatemala Foreign Ministers meet at the OAS office to discuss territorial dispute
As Belize and Guatemala continue to strengthen their bilateral relations, a special meeting was held on January 22 at the Organization of American States (OAS) between the foreign ministers of both countries. The discussions touched on ongoing opportunities and challenges and focused on charting a positive course toward a peaceful resolution of Guatemala’s claim at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
Health
Belize on Alert Following Measles Outbreak in Neighbouring Guatemala
Belize is on alert and urging the public to review their vaccination status following confirmed measles cases in neighbouring Guatemala. According to the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW), more than a dozen measles cases have been confirmed in Guatemalan departments bordering Belize, including Petén and Izabal.
Government
ICJ Hears Guatemala’s Oral Arguments to Intervene in Sapodilla Cayes Case
On Wednesday, November 26th, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) finished public hearings on Guatemala’s request to intervene in the sovereignty dispute over the southern Sapodilla Cayes, a case currently before the Court between Belize and Honduras. The oral arguments started on Monday, November 24th, at the ICJ headquarters in The Hague, Netherlands, with legal teams from Guatemala, Belize, and Honduras presenting their arguments. The ICJ will now consider Guatemala’s request and announce a decision at a later public hearing.