Voter Transfers And The Impact On Belize’s Electoral System

By Dr. Philip Castillo International observers perennially certify Belize’s national elections as free and fair – and indeed they mostly are. But as the ongoing court saga in Cayo North demonstrates, the chicanery that does occur in Belize takes place …

Belize Attends Conference of Defense Ministers of the Americas In Argentina

Hon. Florencio Marin Jr., Minister of National Defence and Border Security, along with Hon. Oscar Mira, Minister of State; Colonel Anthony Velasquez, Deputy Commander of the Belize Defence Force; and Lieutenant Commandant Alma Pinelo, Acting Vice Commandant of the Belize …

Analyzing Belize’s Electoral Landscape: Safe To Swing

By Dr. Philip Castillo For the purposes of presidential elections, of the fifty states and the District of Columbia, that comprise the United States of America, only a handful – about seven or so – are regarded as truly competitive. …

Belize Celebrates 43 Years of Freedom – Independence Day!

Belizeans marched and danced on the streets on Saturday 21 September celebrating the 43rd anniversary of independence from Great Britain. Uniformed and citizens parades were held in all cities, towns and villages, the Prime Minister and other leaders made speeches …

Belizeans Observe National Service Day

Belizeans celebrated national service by performing community service for the elderly and needy, planting trees, beautifying public spaces and erecting a bronze statue of Father Of The Nation George Price. National Service Day, 19 September is the anniversary of the …