Business

Business June 29, 2006

Hoteliers Want Reprieve from GST

The Belize Hotel Association expresses concerns over the impending General Sales Tax, predicting significant financial losses for the accommodation sector.

Business June 29, 2006

Ghost of Intelco Crippling Government Offices

Government offices in Belmopan have been without reliable telephone service due to issues with Intelco's main switch, affecting communication across key agencies.

Business June 29, 2006

Chamber Warns That Prices will Skyrocket

The Chamber of Commerce warns that rejected proposals will lead to price hikes and increased contraband trade.

Business June 28, 2006

BNE Threatens To Roll Out Because of 40% Income Tax

Belize Natural Energy opposes a proposed 40% income tax on the oil industry, claiming it will harm investments and exploration efforts.

Business June 28, 2006

BTL: Lower Int'l Rates Will Mean Higher Local Rates

BTL's Dean Boyce warns that lower international call rates could lead to higher local call prices due to revenue impacts.

Business June 28, 2006

Local ISPs Will Offer Cheap Calls Using VoIP

Local internet service providers plan to offer VoIP services for cheap local and international calls following new guidelines from the PUC.

Business June 28, 2006

BNE: PM Manning Warned GOB About Taxes

Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Patrick Manning warned the Belize government about its tax regime during a visit, according to Sheila McCaffrey.

Business June 28, 2006

BNE Halts Operations; Blames DOE

Belize Natural Energy has halted operations due to new government requirements for an environmental impact assessment amid conflicting statements from company and government officials.