Belize’s friendship with Taiwan is becoming increasingly rare and, perhaps, increasingly tested. As China continues persuading countries to cut ties with Taipei, Belize remains one of Taiwan’s twelve diplomatic allies. But what makes that relationship worth defending in a rapidly changing world? Foreign Minister Francis
The hearings may last only a few weeks, but the wait for a final decision could stretch well into 2027. The International Court of Justice has scheduled oral arguments in the Belize-Guatemala territorial dispute for February and March, marking one of the final and most
Fraudsters are no longer relying only on suspicious text messages or anonymous phone calls. According to the Central Bank of Belize, scammers are now using Google Meet to pose as officials from the institution, giving their scheme a more convincing appearance as they try to
The water flooding San Pedro’s Embarcadero area may look and smell like sewage, but Belize Water Services says appearances do not tell the full story. According to BWS, unusually high tides forced seawater into the wastewater system, overwhelmed its capacity and pushed water onto nearby
Thieves are turning household water meters into quick cash, while customers are being left without service. Belize Water Services says more than two dozen meters have been stolen across the Belize and Corozal Districts in recent weeks, costing the company thousands of dollars. Operations Manager
Belize City’s southside is expanding, but can its water infrastructure keep pace? Belize Water Services is investing millions of dollars in additional storage to ensure customers have a more reliable supply, even when emergencies or major repairs disrupt normal operations. The project is already more
Prefabricated houses are giving more Belizeans an affordable path to homeownership, but transporting those massive structures is creating serious risks on the country’s highways. That danger came into sharp focus after senior police officer Jovanni Ponce was killed when his SUV slammed into a house
A certificate can recognize the work, but it cannot guarantee success. For 117 women graduating from the Catalyze Her Potential program, the real challenge begins now: applying what they have learned to build stronger businesses, reach new customers and create opportunities for others. Today’s ceremony
As Belize observes Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Week, one of the most debated questions surrounding teenage pregnancy is whether abortion should be an option for adolescents facing an unplanned pregnancy. Supporters point to the challenges young mothers often encounter, from interrupted education to financial hardship. But
One choice can change a life. That’s the focus of Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Week, as Belize joins regional efforts to help young people overcome challenges and build brighter futures. Beyond the personal impact, health officials say adolescent pregnancy affects educational achievement, employment opportunities and even
