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Tonight, we take a closer look into the Definitive Agreement between the Government of Belize and Portico. While the binding contract between both parties was signed just one month before the last general elections, former members of the Barrow administration are on record stating that they were unaware of such an agreement. U.D.P. Chairman Michael […]
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According to former Attorney General Michael Peyrefitte, the previous Minister of Economic Development had no legal authority to sign a Definitive Agreement with Portico Enterprise Limited. Peyrefitte says that the concessions and obligation outlined in the agreement cannot be agreed to by one single minister. He also stressed that the document was never presented to […]
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If the former Attorney General is saying that signing the Definitive Agreement is unlawful, then should an investigation be launched by the proper authorities? That’s what he was asked today during the interview. News Five asked if he believes that Erwin Contreras should be investigation. Here is his response. Michael Peyrefitte, Former U.D.P. Attorney […]
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One of the key concessions made in the Definitive Agreement is that the government will “ensure that no third party (potentially) competing with the Developer shall, within a twenty-five mile radius, be given any tax benefits or duty concessions for a period of twenty-five years from the commencement date.” This would then mean that Waterloo’s […]
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A Memorandum of Understanding was signed earlier today between Saint John’s College and a Guatemalan university. The partnership is to establish a bachelor’s degree program in engineering to be offered to Belizeans in country. It amounts to huge savings for students who traditionally would have to travel overseas to pursue a degree in this area […]
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The Council of Ministers of Education and Culture from Central America has been meeting in Belize since Thursday. The country presently holds the pro tempore presidency of SICA. It’s an event that’s held biannually to discuss the myriad of topics that fall under the different sectors of the Council. At the close of the session […]
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According to C.E.O. Maheia, one of the interesting discussions that came up was developing a women’s orchestra, comprising female musicians from Central America. She said the ideas shared give the countries, including Belize, a chance to digest everything that has been discussed, shared and proposed. Each country would then decide whether or not they want […]
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Earlier today, one hundred and thirty primary school students who attend Horizon Academy showed off their talents in a financial literacy program. The students took part in a Work Expo. Those skills and talents are what they developed in areas of entrepreneurship, math skills, and creativity. News Five’s Marion Ali stopped by the school and […]
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Earlier this week, the Department of Transport issued a release on the use of electric motorcycles (scooters) in Belize. It’s an advisory to all owners of electric motorcycles, warning them that it is unlawful to operate these e-bikes on any public road, unless it has been registered and licensed. Furthermore, the driver should be in […]
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But has it been a case of placing the cart before the horse. Where license and registration are concerned, News Five has been receiving messages to suggest that in several municipalities, there is no mechanism in place to facilitate the processing of e-bikes and these types of scooters. Diane Vasquez, Chief Transport Officer “I […]
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On Sunday, Cristo Rey Village, in Cayo District, will hold its annual River Fest. This year, the festival is being held under the theme, “Promoting River Conservation, Cultural Value and Local Business”. The event starts at seven o’clock, with a canoe race and will feature booths from various stakeholders. Village Chairman, Wilmer Guerra says the […]
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Prime Minister John Briceño is in South Korea attending the World Climate Industry Expo – Leaders’ Summit in Busan. At the summit, various countries gather to discuss endeavors and directions to be taken by the international society under the theme of “Global Cooperation and Solidarity for the Fight against Climate Change in the Ocean.” During the […]
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The citrus industry has been experiencing a decline in production for years. But, is it really on the brink of flat lining? Rodwell Ferguson, the Area Representative for Stann Creek West gave a dismal review of the industry early last week. A few days later, Doctor Louis Zabaneh, the Area Representative for Dangriga, announced that […]
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Ferguson says the projected rebound of the citrus industry is a result of investments from Citrus Products of Belize Limited and large scale farmers. According to the minister, small scale citrus farmers are being eliminated from the industry. He says they have no interest in replanting citrus at this point in time. But, the good […]
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Building the capacity of our children is an investment in the future of the nation. The San Ignacio/ Santa Elena Child Advisory Board has been doing just that, investing in children through conferences and community services. Today, the board hosted a youth leadership conference in San Ignacio Town for eighty youths from across the twin […]
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This year the Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center is celebrating forty years of service to wildlife conservation efforts in Belize. This year also marks the second annual Sharon Matola Day, recognition to the pioneer behind the institution of distinction. But why is this year’s celebration for the best little zoo in the world more […]
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