Prime Minister Dean Barrow discussed the Belize banking sector's challenges and meetings with US financial regulators to address correspondent banking relationships.
The Financial Secretary discusses Belize's debt management and the impact of reduced funds from Petrocaribe.
First Caribbean International Bank ceased operations in Belize, resulting in over 60 employees losing their jobs after a negotiated exit package was agreed upon.
First Caribbean formally closed its operations in Belize, transitioning customers to Heritage Bank while offering job opportunities for employees.
First Caribbean has closed its operations in Belize and donated $15,000 to 9 organizations, including 7 schools, as part of its social assistance efforts.
BTL acknowledges service issues affecting DigiCell customers and temporarily reduces local text rates to assist users.
The Belize Tourism Board addresses concerns over tour operator Bradley Paumen's legal issues and unlicensed operations while allowing his business to continue.
The BTB discusses the enforcement of tourism regulations, emphasizing the need for uniform standards across local and foreign tour operators.
The Belize Tourism Board reported a record year for tourist arrivals in 2015 despite recent negative incidents affecting the sector.
Yohnny Rosado's tire shop was ordered to close by City Council due to lack of a trade license despite ongoing efforts to obtain one.
BELTRAIDE held a meeting to discuss its impact on small business growth and investment in Belize.
FECTAB held a press conference to express discontent over perceived favoritism towards Dark Night's Cave Tubing Adventures and concerns about foreign investments in Belize's tourism.
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