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Indira Andrewin Wins UNDP’s Best Sustainable Entrepreneur Award

The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) announced yesterday that an entrepreneur from the Toledo District
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Belize Submits Rejoinder to ICJ in Guatemala Territorial Dispute Case

Belize has submitted its Rejoinder to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) reference the Territorial,
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Speaker Valerie Woods Represents Belize at FOPREL Meeting to Tackle

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Valerie Woods, is in the Dominican Republic representing Belize
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Belize’s Commissioner of Police Seeks Presidency of Regional Police Commission

In less than one month, the Commissioner of Police, Chester Williams, will be vying for
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Belize Represents at Caribbean Ministers of Labour Meeting in Guyana

Belize was represented at that 12th Meeting of the Caribbean Ministers of Labour (CLMM) in
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PM Briceno gives his take on Port of Magical Definitive

Prime Minister Briceno landed at the Philip Goldson International Airport this morning just before eleven
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Belize Government Seeks Green Climate Fund’s Support for Caye Caulker

The Government of Belize is hoping to transform the sewage and waters system on Caye
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Belize Coast Guard takes special interest in guarding Corona Reef

Corona Reef is a protected area in Belize that spans into Guatemala’s waters.  It is
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Belizean Health Minister Attends World Health Assembly

Belize’s Minister of Health and Wellness, Kevin Bernard, has joined his peers from multiple nations
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Belize’s Minister of Health Represents CARICOM at World Health Organization

Whilst in Geneva, Switzerland, Minister Kevin Bernard is playing a dual road.  He is not
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Should residents of the north be concerned effects from Popocatépetl

Earlier this week, the Mexican authorities had warned residents to prepare for a possible evacuation
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NTUCB Raises Concerns about Haitian and Jamaican Migration in Meeting

Another issue that NTUCB’s President Martinez spoke on yesterday was the issue of migration, particularly,
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European Union Delegation Visits Belize-Guatemala Adjacency Zone

A delegation took a trip to the Adjacency Zone on Friday, between Belize and Guatemala. 
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Palm Tree Plantations Discovered in Adjacency Zone

Reports reaching our newsroom are that the thousands of palm trees have been found within
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Belizean Prime Minister Attends 9th Summit of Heads of State

Prime Minister John Briceno departed the country yesterday enroute to Antigua, Guatemala. The Prime Minister
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Belize joins Caribbean Community to strengthen national immunization program post-pandemic

Belize has joined the Caribbean Community in working to bolster the percentage of immunizations administered
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Belize celebrates CARICOM’s 50th anniversary

This week, Belize joined the Caribbean community in celebrating CARICOM’s 50th Anniversary. In 1973, the
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Should Belize shift away from the British Monarchy ? We

The Government ministers and officials are not the only ones having an opinion on whether
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Business Conference held in Belize City to strengthen commercial ties

This weekend, Belizean and Mexican business owners will be gathering to discuss possible collaborative efforts
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UN calls for countries in the Americas to refrain from

The United Nations is calling on countries in the Americas to refrain from the deportation
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US Embassy in Belmopan announces International Visitor Leadership Program for

Twenty three journalists from around the world will be participating in the upcoming International Visitor
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Belize Delivers Memorial to ICJ on Honduras’ Claim over Sapodilla

Belize delivered its memorial to the International Court of Justice today, reference Honduras’ claim over
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Guatemalan Armed Forces aggress Belize Defence Force in Belizean waters

A Belize Defence Force patrol at the Sarstoon were aggressed by the Guatemalan Armed Forces
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Wil Maheia Voices Concern over Absence of Belizean Soldiers on

Another issue that Wil Maheia brought up was the noted absence at the Forward Operating
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Illegal Logging Continues in Absence of Forward Operating Base

In addition to the temporary closure of the Forward Operating Base, there is also the
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Belize Territorial Volunteers to Make Annual Trip to Border Markers

This weekend, the Belize Territorial Volunteers (BTV) will be making their annual trip to Belize’s
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Belize Takes Part in Regional Meeting to Boost Support for

Belize is improving its regional network and collaboration aimed at providing support for micro, small
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Forbes Magazine recognizes Belize’s Barrier Reef as one of the

Belize’s Barrier Reef has been featured in Forbes Magazine for being one of the world’s
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“Belize Defence Force Discovers Apparent Guatemalan Military Base in Adjacency

The Belize Defence Force has unearthed an apparent military base in the Adjacency Zone being
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Corozal taxi driver involved in fatal accident in Chetumal

A taxi driver from Corozal was involved in a traffic incident in Chetumal earlier today. 
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Former PM of St.Lucia offers words of admiration for Opposition

Leader of the Opposition, Shyne Barrow, is expected to return home today following a visit
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Shyne warns government of possible isolation from CARICOM

Opposition Leader Shyne Barrow, in his press conference earlier today, also spoke on the visa
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PM Briceno says the LOO is suffering from ADHD

Leader of the Opposition, Shyne Barrow, has denounced the decision by the Briceno Administration to
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ICJ Rules in Favor of Guyana

Judges at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Thursday ruled they had jurisdiction over
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Mexican Man Murdered and Body dumped in Belize

A Mexican national was found dead yesterday inside the Corozal Free Zone, Corozal District, and
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Belize and Taiwan Sign Cooperative Agreement

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen left the country today. She will meet with US House Speaker
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Taiwanese President Visits Breeding Sheep and Goat Production and Guidance

As part of her visit, President Tsai traveled to the Cayo District. She visited the
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A Special Luncheon for President Tsai

A special luncheon was held in honor of President Tsai Ing-wen. Belize and Taiwan share
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Parliamentarians Greet Taiwanese President with Open Arms

The visit of President Dr Tsai Ing-wen is seen as an important step towards further
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Belize warmly welcomes H.E. Dr. Tsai Ing-Wen, President of the

H.E. Dr. Tsai Ing-Wen, President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) touched down at the
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Taiwanese President to arrive in the country on Sunday

On Sunday, the President of the Republic of China (Taiwan), H.E. Tsai Ing-Wen, will arrive
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Number of Haitians Transiting Belize Increasing

And lastly, the Prime Minister was also asked about the increased number of Haitians coming
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Haitian Nationals Detained; Immigration Officers Are Concerned

Concerns of officers at the Department of Immigration have been brewing amidst the reported maltreatment
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Belize is sticking with Taiwan

In 2019, Caribbean Shores area representative Kareem Musa headed a delegation on what was then
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House Debates CARICOM Free Movement (Amendment) Bill

During Friday’s sitting of the House of Representatives, Prime Minister John Briceño’s budget was not
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House of Representatives discuss Extradition Bill

In other legislative matters, Members of the House of Representatives examined the Extradition Bill, of
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Spanish Lookout Community Work to Maintain Open Communication with Guatemalan

The Mennonite community in Spanish Lookout, Cayo, is working in collaboration with the Organization of
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No Trouble Reported Down in Sarstoon Says BDF Commander

The Belize Defence Force (BDF) continues to monitor the activity of the Guatemalan Armed Forces
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Ukraine’s Deputy Foreign MinistersVisits Belize

Russia’s war against Ukraine continues. Exactly one year ago on February 24, at around 5
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Getting Grains out of Ukraine and into the LATAM Region

The conflict in Ukraine has had significant regional and global implications, including strained relations between
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Addressing the Haitian Irregular Migration

Irregular migration is a global phenomenon that affects countries around the world, and Belize is
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Human Smuggling Ring includes Jamaican Victims

Irregular migration continues to be a challenge for Belizean authorities. Persons from Cuba, Haiti, Venezuela
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Canada pledges millions to help CARICOM fight climate change

Canada has pledged a significant amount of funding to help the Caribbean region tackle the
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Former Miss Belize National Director speaks on decision to no

Yesterday, Romeo Escobar announced that the Miss Universe Belize Organization would no longer be part
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KHMHA CEO Says Union Members Will Not Be “Anecdote:

Responding to the KHMHA Workers Union’s claims is KHMHA CEO, Chandra Nisbet-Cansino. She clarified today
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CARICOM heads meet to discuss critical matters in the Bahamas

Prime Minister John Briceño is joining his colleagues from across the Caribbean Community participating in
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Heads of CARICOM to meet in The Bahamas

Prime Minister John Briceno departed the country on Monday enroute to Nassau, Bahamas, where he
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CCJ orders Caye International Bank to pay Panama-based Rosemore

 Belize’s highest court, the Caribbean Court of Justice has ruled that Caye International Bank pay
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Cuban Miguel Diaz-Canel makes historic trip to Belize

Cuba’s president Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez is expected to make an official visit to Belize in
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More Haitians Coming to Belize

Belize is continued to be challenged by the inflow of migrants from other parts of
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Belize’s Foreign Minister meets with Dom. Rep. counterpart and SICA

Belize is currently the pro-tempore president of the Central American Integration System (SICA), after receiving
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Belize continues to support Taiwan’s participation at the WHO level

The Government of Belize and the Ministry of Health & Wellness have today issued a statement of support to Taiwan
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ComPol Says the Continue to Monitor Haitians Moving Through Belize

The Belize Police Department (BPD) continues to monitor the movement of undocumented Haitian nationals into
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Police Await Further Information from Investigation Surrounding Asian Nationals

 The Belize Police Department is investigating the group of Asian nationals who entered Belize with
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What’s up with weed? New Growth Industries Minister says Belize

 Marijuana remains an illegal substance in Belize, despite the decision to decriminalise small quantities of
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Reports of Haitians ‘Detained’ Persist

Consistent reports to Love News suggest that Haitian Nationals who recently entered the country are
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Inspector “Charro” Passes

 The Belize Police Department is morning the loss of forty-four-year-old Inspector Graciano “Charro” Briceno. A
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FITUR 2023 in Spain rolls on; Tourism Minister says we

Belize is using this opportunity at FITUR to not only get more European visitors to
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Taiwan donates satellite equipment for fisheries safety to Belize

The Ministry of the Blue Economy has received satellite equipment and a tracking monitoring system,
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Belize Heads Coordinación Educativa y Cultural Centroamericana (CECC)

And in related news, a ceremony this morning was held to facilitate to transfer of
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Free Zone CEO speaks on efforts to stop contraband

Ending the movement of contraband items remains a significant challenge, especially in those communities that
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IDB President outlines goals for the region

The new IDB President, Ilan Goldfajn has delivered his first address since taking office. Government
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The cost of condensed milk may be going up

Yesterday, the government announced that the import duty on condensed milk imported into the CARICOM
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Dominican Republic airline adds Belize to its list of destinations

Arajet, an airline carrier from the Dominican Republic, has added Belize to its list of
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Enforcing rules and lodging official complaints are important too, says

Following the most recent sighting of a Guatemalan vessel operating illegally in Belizean waters, the
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PM Briceno says Honduras and Guatemala have no case over

Prime Minister John Briceno has responded to Guatemala’s recent release expressing its disappointment with Belize’s
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Human Rights Commission helping migrants navigate amnesty application

Meanwhile, Belize is continuing – and has extended – its ongoing amnesty program for migrants,
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Investigation to Be Launched In Connection With American Fugitive’s Stay

Minister of Home Affairs, Kareem Musa, says a full investigation will be carried out concerning
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Belize is the Pro-temp President of SICA

 Prime Minister John Briceño received the Presidency Pro-Tempore (PPT) of the Central American Integration System
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US Fugitive Detained in Belize

Yesterday, police in Caye Caulker captured a man wanted by authorities in the United States
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Belize participates in CARICOM-Cuba Summit

Belize is participating in the Eighth Summit of Heads of State and Government of the
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PM heads to Barbados for CARICOM Summit

Prime Minister John Briceño left the country today en route to Bridgetown, Barbados. Prime Minister
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Compete Caribbean Partnership Facility Project forum held in Belize

The Ministry of Economic Development and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) is celebrating ten years
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New U.S. Ambassador to arrive this weekend

 After almost a year after she’d been nominated, the incoming U.S. Ambassador, Michelle Kwan will
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Modern-day circumnavigator lands in Belize

Spanish explorer and environmentalist, Álvaro de Marichalar is sailing solo around the World in the
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Phase one of the Belize Urban Resilience and Disaster Prevention

The Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change, and Disaster Risk Management is now better able
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The Japanese Government and the Belize City Council continue longstanding

The Belize City Council says that it will be able to access much-needed equipment. It
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Guatemala says hold on Honduras we own the Sapodilla Cayes

Guatemala is asserting its claim over the Sapodilla Cayes and is expressing its disappointment in
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Prime Minister Revives Petro Caribe Agreement During Recent Trip to

Prime Minister, John Briceño, returned to Belize today after a three-day official visit to the
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BDF Soldier Shot While On-duty along Belize/Guatemala Border

A Belize Defence Force soldier was shot on Saturday during an incident near the Valentin
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PM Briceno and President Madura Sign Agreement

Prime Minister John Briceno is in Venezuela tonight. He was officially welcomed this evening by
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GOB and the UN hold National Steering Committee Meeting

The United Nations is working with the Government of Belize to ensure the country achieves
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Cameras in the courtroom: CCJ Judge says that we should

Cameras in the courtrooms: depending on whom you ask, it may be a good thing
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CCJ Judge says a ‘technological’ solution may be necessary to

The Caribbean Court of Justice wants to help with Belize’s backlog of cases in the
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PM John Briceño Visits Venezuela

The Government of Belize announced today that Prime Minister, John Briceño, will be departing the
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Legal practitioners expand knowledge of the original CCJ jurisdiction

Judges and other officers within Belize’s legal system are participating in a two-day workshop in
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Former Brazil Central Bank Governor is the new IDB President

Ilan Goldfajn (gold-fine) was elected president of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) during a Special
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BELIZE WESTERN BOARDER IN BENQUE VIEJO DEL CARMEN HAS CLOSED

LAST MINUTE INFORMATION BELIZE WESTERN BOARDER IN BENQUE VIEJO DEL CARMEN HAS CLOSED THE PASS
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Belizean Taekwondo students from House of Shotokan excel in Mexico

Students at the House of Shotokan Karate Academy in Belize City returned home with accolades
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