International

International May 6, 2005

Bush Names Next U.S. Ambassador to Belize

Robert Johann Dieter has been nominated by President George W. Bush to be the next U.S. ambassador to Belize.

International May 4, 2005

Foreign Ministry's 2004 Yearbook

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs launched its 2004 Yearbook detailing Belize's diplomatic achievements and challenges, including relations with Guatemala and Taiwan.

International April 4, 2005

Billionaire Bill Gates in Belize

Bill Gates is in Belize on vacation, having arrived by private jet and engaging in recreational activities at Glover's Reef Atoll.

International March 21, 2005

7 Cuban Refugees Land in Belize

Seven Cuban refugees landed in Belize after fleeing their country and were arrested by police on Turneffe Atoll.

International February 21, 2005

Guatemalan Truckers Block Benque Border

Guatemalan truckers blocked the Rio-Mopan Bridge over a fumigation charge increase, affecting traffic and tourists crossing into Belize.

International February 16, 2005

Ground Broken on U.S. Embassy's Belmopan Office

The US Embassy has begun construction on a new office in Belmopan, which will centralize its operations and services.

International January 28, 2005

Belize & Mexico Ink Deal for US$10 Million Bridge

Belize and Mexico signed a US$10 million deal for a new international bridge at the Santa Elena border to enhance trade and travel.

International December 30, 2004

How to Help Tsunami Victims in Asia

Belize Red Cross president Karen Diaz appeals for financial contributions to assist tsunami victims in Asia as the death toll rises to 114,000.

International December 30, 2004

How to Help Tsunami Victims in Asia

Belize Red Cross president Karen Diaz appeals for financial contributions to assist tsunami victims in Asia as the death toll rises to 114,000.

International December 10, 2004

Belize/Guatemala Talks Stalled

Belize's foreign affairs minister reports no significant progress in negotiations with Guatemala, considering a referral to the International Court of Justice.

International November 28, 2004

Taiwanese Ministerial Delegation in Belize

A Taiwanese Ministerial delegation led by Lin Yi Fu is visiting Belize to meet with government officials and business leaders.

International November 22, 2004

Belizean War Hero Honored with U.S. Citizenship

A Belizean soldier who served in Iraq was posthumously awarded U.S. citizenship after her death in a car accident.