Foreign Minister Fonseca Undergoes Heart Surgery

Belize’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Francis Fonseca, is recovering tonight after undergoing triple bypass surgery. According to a Government of Belize press release, the procedure was performed today at the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital. Minister Fonseca is expected to remain on medical leave following his release as he focuses on recovery. Cabinet has extended its best wishes, expressing support for the minister during this period.

 

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