Politics

Politics April 30, 2004

Printers Get Green Light To Sue Government

Printers are allowed to sue the Government of Belize over the sale of the Government Printery to Print Belize Limited.

Politics April 30, 2004

Is GOB Broke?

The Finance Minister defends the government's fiscal policy amid claims of financial struggles and tight budgeting in public service.

Politics April 30, 2004

House Debates $450 million Bond

The House of Representatives debated a motion to float a $450 million bond to restructure Belize's debt and manage cash flow.

Politics April 28, 2004

50 Years of Universal Adult Suffrage

Belize celebrates the 50th anniversary of universal adult suffrage, marking the first time all citizens could vote in elections.

Politics April 28, 2004

Belize Vs. Guatemala On: XATE!

Belize and Guatemala diplomats prepare for high-level talks in Washington amid tensions over Xate harvesting incidents and national sovereignty issues.

Politics April 28, 2004

Printers Sue Government

A group of local printers is suing the Government of Belize over the privatization of the government printery and an unfair contract with Print Belize Limited.

Politics April 21, 2004

Confirmed: GOB IS Paying Intelco's Loans!

the government of Belize is paying Intelco's loans at the International Bank of Miami, leading to accusations from the opposition about guarantees on private debt.

Politics April 20, 2004

Manuel Esquivel Weighs In On: The IMF Report

former Prime Minister Manuel Esquivel critiques the IMF's latest report on Belize's finances, highlighting urgent areas for government action to avoid economic crisis.

Politics April 13, 2004

Belize-Guatemala Relations Tense

Belize-Guatemala relations are strained after accusations of excessive force by the BDF and a Guatemalan national being shot during an encounter in Belizean territory.

Politics April 5, 2004

Full Disclosure! UDP Discloses Secret Contract for BTL Sale

The opposition criticizes the UDP for a secret contract with lavish concessions for BTL's new owner, Jeffrey Prosser, claiming it harms consumers and government funds.

Politics April 1, 2004

New Deputy At City Hall

Adrian "Danny" Madrid has been appointed as the new Deputy Mayor of Belize City, replacing Yasmin Shoman.

Politics March 29, 2004

Ernesto Vasquez To Be PM's Press Secretary

the prime minister intends to hire media personality Ernesto Vasquez as his press officer, with the contract expected to start next month.