Politics

Politics June 11, 2004

GOB Still Trying to Float $450 million Bond

The government is facing challenges in floating a $450 million bond amid political speculation and international market volatility.

Politics June 8, 2004

Truckers Challenge Petroleum Haulers Act

A group of truckers, represented by Dean Barrow, is challenging the Petroleum Haulers Act in the Supreme Court for violating their freedom of association.

Politics June 2, 2004

The UDP Takes on Jeff Prosser

The UDP criticizes Jeffrey Prosser's BTL buyout deal, citing a U.S. court ruling and calling for an independent valuation of the transaction.

Politics May 31, 2004

Peter Parchue Leaves Immigration Department

Colonel Peter Parchue is officially transferred from the Immigration Department to a desk job at NEMO following a scandal involving his daughter.

Politics May 26, 2004

A Week in the life of Prime Minister Said Musa

Prime Minister Said Musa has been engaged in state visits to Taiwan and Singapore, and is set to travel to Mexico for a summit.

Politics May 25, 2004

Sugar Workers Resort to Hard Talk

Sugar factory workers in Orange Walk Town protested for wage increases, but management remains unyielding despite the workers' demands for respect and fair treatment.

Politics May 13, 2004

Is Immigration Director Peter Parchue's Job On The Line?

Peter Parchue's position as Immigration Director is uncertain amid investigations into his daughter's alleged misconduct and broader irregularities in the department.

Politics May 12, 2004

Did Government Switch the Unions' BTL Shares?

the government has handed over newly issued 'C' shares to unions instead of the promised 'B' shares, leading to disputes over control and rights.

Politics May 10, 2004

Supreme Court Orders Disclosure of GOB's $2.5 mil printing contract

The Supreme Court ordered the government to disclose details of a $2.5 million contract with Print Belize Limited amid a lawsuit from the Printer's Association.

Politics May 7, 2004

Unions Get Their BTL Shares Back

The government returned control of BTL shares to the Public Service and Teacher's Unions after resolving a dispute over their ownership.

Politics May 6, 2004

National Land Policy Symposium

The Minister of Natural Resources Johnny Briceno appointed an advisory committee and opened a symposium to develop a comprehensive national land policy.

Politics May 5, 2004

Ernesto Vasquez in the seat as Prime Minister's Press Secretary

Ernesto Vasquez has officially taken on the role of press secretary for the Prime Minister's office after negotiations.