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Prime Minister Honourable John Briceño
Business & Economy
Tropic Air Officially Launches Three New Cessna Grand Caravan EX Aircraft
Tropic Air marked a significant milestone on September 17 with the official launch of three new Cessna Grand Caravan EX airplanes at Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (PGIA). The additions strengthen the airline’s commitment to improving service quality and advancing Belize’s aviation industry.
Government
Prime Minister John Briceño Delivers State of the Nation Address
Prime Minister Honourable John Briceño delivered the annual State of the Nation address in Belmopan on September 16 before a large audience at the University of Belize. The ceremony featured a guard of honour inspection, raising the Belize flag, speeches, and introducing 44 newly naturalized Belizeans.
Government
Belize Advances Bold Ocean Leadership and Sustainable Financing at UN Ocean Conference
The Government of Belize, led by Prime Minister Honourable John Briceño, concluded a highly impactful participation at the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC 3), held in Nice, France, from June 9–13, 2025. The Belize delegation played a pivotal role in championing the priorities of Small Island Developing States (SIDS), advancing global and regional ocean action, and engaging the international donor community on sustainable financing for national marine conservation and sustainable fisheries.
Politics and Government
The PUP begins the campaign season with a large National Convention
With general elections scheduled for March 12th, the campaign season is officially underway across the country. The governing People’s United Party (PUP) launched its election campaign with a massive national convention on Sunday, February 16th, at the Civic Center in Belize City. All 31 standard bearers, along with their delegates and supporters, gathered inside the center while many others waited outside for the afterparty.
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.
Environment
Report shows impact of Sargassum in Belize and parts of Mexico
A report on the effects of sargassum and management proposals in Quintana Roo, Mexico, and Belize was presented to stakeholders in San Pedro Town on Saturday, October 28th, at the Sunbreeze Hotel. Dr. Minerva Arce-Ibarra, a scientist with the non-profit Ecosur, presided over the informational session.
Community and Society
Stakeholders discuss North Ambergris Caye development
On Tuesday, June 13th, a group of stakeholders met with local authorities at the Sunbreeze Hotel conference room to discuss the future infrastructure of the island and the improvement of services. The meeting provided important feedback, which will be used to create a better development plan for areas like northern Ambergris Caye, which continues to develop at a fast pace.
Government
Prime Minister Hon. John Briceno on official visit to Venezuela
At an official meeting in Caracas, Venezuela, between Prime Minister Honourable John Briceno and Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Friday, November 25th, agreements were signed to deepen alliances and to resume Petrocaribe, a regional oil procurement deal between Venezuela and Caribbean countries. According to reports from Venezuela, Belize may start receiving oil from the South American government under special conditions associated with Petrocaribe.
