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The newly elected Belize government is in the throes of an international financial backlash as Superbond holders are refusing to even meet to renegotiate the bond without an International Monetary Fund arrangement. In an article on Reuters.com written by Marc Jones titled, “UPDATE 2- Belize and its ‘Superbond’ holders clash over IMF help, the reason for this is detailed. … [Read more...] about Belize Superbond Holders Refuse To Negotiate With Gov’t Without IMF Arrangement

In Belize’s history, Belize has had two Governor Generals, Dr. Dame Minita Gordon who was later followed by Sir Colville Young. The latter, His Excellency (HE) Sir Colville Young, served in this capacity from November 17, 1993 until 30 April 2021 when he officially left office. This followed a personal request from new Prime Minister Johnny Briceño that Sir Colville step down … [Read more...] about Sir Colville Young Demits Office As Belize’s Governor General

On Monday 12 April 2021, Hon. Florencio Marín Jr., Minister of National Defence and Border Security, received a courtesy visit from Lieutenant Colonel Reiner Jantos, Germany’s Defence Attaché, at the Curl Thompson Building, Belmopan. Image Above: Left to Right: Hon. Oscar Mira, Hon. Florencio Marín Jr., Lt. Col. Reiner Jantos, and Hon. Ramiro Ramirez During their meeting, … [Read more...] about Germany’s Defence Attaché Visits Belize

The Public Service Union has issued a schedule of their planned anti-corruption protests against the Government of Belize. The release notes that the PSU maintains their position and are set to protest during the budget debate. Image Above: Most roads and bridges in Belize blocked by protests 19 April 2021. The Public Service Union of Belize (PSU) takes this opportunity to … [Read more...] about Belize Public Service Union Updates Anti-corruption Protests Schedule