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The Government of Belize has been in the process of developing a national energy policy for the country, looking at renewable sources of energy in an effort to reduce Belize’s dependency on Mexico’s C.F.E., the Comisión Federal de Electricidad. At COP27, there were various pavilions and countries displaying innovative ideas and technology that would provide […]
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For some time, agriculture was being referred to as a sector contributing to the climate change crisis because trees would be cleared for farming and methane production from the livestock industry. But there are now climate smart initiatives in the agriculture sector that have changed that narrative. At this year’s COP, political leaders and stakeholders […]
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As the final stretch of negotiations for the twenty-seventh United Nations Conference of the Parties is ongoing in Egypt, there are growing concerns over the slow progress on loss and damage. Small Island Developing States, like Belize, want commitment to financing arrangements as these countries are most affected by extreme events such as hurricanes, sea […]
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COP27 has been billed as the implementation COP, but for mitigation and adaptation to take place, there must be access to finance, so engaging in bilateral meetings outside of the official negotiation sessions is key. As we have been reporting, the Belize delegation has been putting in the work, as it relates to furthering our […]
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Earlier this year, the Ministry of New Growth Industries, headed by Minister Kareem Musa, had to take a step back from its push to formalize the cannabis industry in Belize. That is after the Briceño administration decided that it was unable to bear the cost of a referendum in 2022. Well, Minister Musa is hopeful […]
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Every year on November twentieth, Belize observes World Children’s Day, and this is the sixth year that Belize has joined the international community in celebrating the occasion. It is done collaboratively with the National Committee for Families and Children (N.C.F.C), and in partnership with UNICEF. The two organizations brought together youths with diverse abilities today […]
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Sabreena Daly travelled to San Antonio village, Cayo in search of this week’s look on the bright side and she found it in the story of community members coming together for a common goal. A fight against the challenges brought on by COVID was all it took to get the fire burning. The orchestrators of […]
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It caused quite a stir in the upper house a few weeks ago, when the Leader of Government Business introduced a motion to include Honduras’ claim over the Sapodilla Cayes as part of Belize’s case that has been lodged at the International Court of Justice. The proposal put forward by Senator Eamon Courtenay was met […]
Written on November 17, 2022 | Posted in
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Today, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs returned the Belize flag that the Guatemalan Armed Forces illegally confiscated from the Sarstoon Island. As was reported, the Belize Territorial Volunteers took an excursion of Belizeans, including a number of scouts, to Sarstoon Island on September twentieth. There, they were met with resistance by a patrol of five […]
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The designation of former Minister of National Security John Saldivar by the U.S. Department of State, for his purported involvement in bribery and other acts of corruption while serving as a member of the Barrow administration, has plunged the United Democratic Party further into chaos. In the wake of Tuesday’s bombshell revelation, the three-time Belmopan […]
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Moody’s Investors Service, or Moody’s, a bond credit rating company in the U.S., has upgraded Belize’s ratings following marked economic improvements in 2021 and 2022. According to Moody’s report, Belize’s rating was upgraded from Caa3 to Caa2. Now, this is still on the lower end of Moody’s rating scale. Notwithstanding the grade, the report highlights […]
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We also asked Minister Coye about Belize’s low income levels referred to in Moody’s Investors Service’s report. According to the data, the country’s low income level exposes Belize to high social risks. Well, Minister Coye says he does not agree with this assessment of Belize’s income level. He contends that wages are increasing across the […]
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Another area where Belizeans are severely feeling the pinch is at the fuel pumps. But, while you may not have taken note of it, the price of regular gasoline actually decreased by thirty-one cents back in September. No official announcement was made of this decrease; however, Minister Coye says the acquisition cost of regular gas […]
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The same cannot be said about diesel. The price of diesel continues to increase on the global market, largely due to the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Minister Coye told us more. Christopher Coye, Minister of State, Ministry of Finance “In the case of diesel it is a significantly different story, diesel price has […]
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Hurricane Lisa left many Belize City residents in distress and while some people have been able to recover from their losses, a lot are still taking it a day at a time. But some schools were also damaged in the strong category one hurricane. Today, Minister of Education, Francis Fonseca revealed that at least eighty […]
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Earlier today, the National Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and Services of Chetumal handed over a donation of relief supplies to the Government of Belize. The donation which will assist persons impacted by Hurricane Lisa includes an assortment of hygiene products and groceries. Presenting the donation was Mexico’s Ambassador to Belize Martha Zamarripa Rivas. On hand […]
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The Ministry of the Blue Economy and Civil Aviation today signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Belize for institutional cooperation. The signing comes only two weeks after the ministry introduced its Blue Economy Development Policy and Strategy and the first Belize Maritime Economy Plan. Minister of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation, Andre […]
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The M.O.U also calls for collaboration between U.B and the ministry that will afford the national university an opportunity to focus on civil aviation projects. This is an aspect of the agreement that will see the institution take part in new and innovative projects, as President of U.B, Doctor Vincent Palacio and Minister of Education, […]
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The drug planes seem to have subsided with their wanton landings in the remotest parts of Belize. When they do, it’s primarily because what we currently have does not enable us to detect their approach. But Belize will be ready in the latter part of 2023, to be able to detect and better track these […]
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Late this evening, government issued a press release responding to Oceana. In its statement, G.O.B. clarifies that it has not entered into any agreements for seismic studies nor for oil exploration in offshore areas. The release goes on to say, quote, the Government of Belize has made unprecedented progress in positioning its natural capital in […]
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COP27 is winding down as final meetings are being held. Today, there were bilateral discussions held with the leadership of the Belize delegation, a methane ministerial session and a meeting with the Singaporeans. But there was also space provided for the youth and indigenous peoples of the world to be heard. Thousands of young people […]
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Like the youth, there is also an indigenous people’s pavilion at COP27. They believe that as traditional stewards of the earth, they should have a seat at the negotiation table, as their practices may possibly be part of the solution to the climate crisis. Indigenous people from across the world, some whose lives are under […]
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Police have revealed the identities of the persons detained in connection with an attempted robbery at Lina Supermarket on Mahogany Street in Belize City. They are twenty-three-year-old Marquise Conorquie, twenty-three-year-old Nolbert Smith and twenty-four-year-old Kienan Castillo. Police say that when they responded to the report they apprehended the three men at the scene. Police also […]
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Earlier this week, we heard the news that Kim Vasquez has been promoted to the post of Director of the Institute of Creative Arts, ICA. But while Vasquez has been at ICA for nine years, today the Minister of Culture, Francis Fonseca told News Five that her appointment was made on the basis of qualifications. […]
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Ninety percent of cervical cancer cases are connected to the human papilomavirus or H.P.V. Cervical cancer is the second most common type of cancer among women in Belize. Today, the Ministry of Health and Wellness announced that H.P.V. tests are now available at its public health facilities countrywide, free of cost. These tests come at […]
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