A commentary on Stasis in Belize
During my study of Belizean history at the University of Belize, we often talked about “why are things the way they are? And how can we make a change? In our history sessions, Professor Iyo would often...
View ArticleIDB Report on Citizen Security in Belize
The following is a report published by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) dated October 2013. It discusses the lack of citizen security, the ever increasing crime rate, lack of resources to...
View ArticleTime for change – Belize People’s Front
In opening to a new era of Leadership in the timeline of Belizean history, I’d like to start this communication with a quote: Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different...
View ArticleStill trust GOB? IMF hints Don’t
BELIZE: IMF EXECUTIVE BOARD CONCLUDES 2014 ARTICLE IV CONSULTATION Press Release No. 14/415 September 4, 2014On June 23, 2014, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the...
View ArticleBelize to support Uruguay for OAS Secretary General
Belize says it will support Uruguay for the position of secretary general of the Organization of American States (OAS) and downplayed any suggestion that its non-support for the Guatemalan candidate...
View ArticleBelize Gestapo attacks Citizens
For years I’ve been warning you about the impending Police State, a few years ago I even stated we had arrived to that fork in the road. This is one example of it, but yet the leader of the GSU, the...
View ArticleUnHappy Birthday Belize
I wanted to wait for the festivities to simmer down before I put my thoughts out to my fellow Belizeans. I do not know how you will receive my speech or how it will be scrutinized, but these are my...
View ArticleUN Basic Principles on the Use of Force and Firearms
Adopted by the Eighth United Nations Congress on the Prevention of Crime and the Treatment of Offenders, Havana, Cuba, 27 August to 7 September 1990 Whereas the work of law enforcement officials 1 is a...
View ArticleBelize: Are We in a State of Insecurity or are We an Insecure State?
Belizeans and true friends of Belize, Following a series of recent, unfortunate occurrences in our beloved nation, I am compelled to put for the above-listed query. Where do I begin? As in all things,...
View Article18 Solid Reasons why Belize should not go to the ICJ
By: Joaquin Magaña Sr. The ICJ does NOT guarantee that Belize will remain with all its territory intact as it is since Belize became a crown colony in 1862 and after it became Independent in 1981....
View ArticleROC on BSI ASR BSCFA – Press Release
December 29, 2014 Press Release (For Immediate Release) The Rod of Correction (ROC) has been following with much concern, the developments that have been taking place regarding the start of the sugar...
View ArticleNTUCB remains strong against BSI ASR BSCFA – Press Release
National Trade Union Congress of Belize expresses refusal to buckle to name calling re-affirmation their support for the BSCFA and a plea to BSCFA members to remain united. Press Release (For Immediate...
View ArticleAttacking the messenger means you cannot attack the message
by: Audrey Matura-Shepherd Originally published in Amandala Jan. 25, 2015 Edition The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at...
View ArticleThe Conflict of Interest Regime in Belize
Proposals from the National Plan of Action By: Geraldo Flowers, Ph.D. Introduction Belize ratifies Inter-American Convention Against Corruption on August 02, 2002. The Belizean Attorney General’s...
View ArticleMaritime Areas Act of 1992
An Act to make provision with respect to the Territorial Sea, Internal Waters and the Exclusive Economic Zone of Belize; and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto of 24 January 1992...
View ArticleCWU does not support the PetroCaribe Loans Bill 2015
CHRISTIAN WORKERS UNION Affiliated to: National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB) 107 B Cemetery Road Belize City, Belize C.A. P.O. Box 533 Tel: 227-2150 E-Mail: cwu@btl.net The Christian Worker’s...
View ArticlePetroCaribe Loans Act 2015
BILL for AN ACT to make special provisions for borrowing money from Alba Petrocaribe (Belize Energy) Limited; and to provide for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto. (Gazetted...
View ArticleBelizeans should reject Major Lloyd Jones if he runs for office
BELIZEANS SHOULD ALL REJECT PUP CANDIDATE B.D.F. MAJOR LLOYD JONES IF HE RUNS FOR OFFICE IN BELIZE By: Wellington C. Ramos Email: wramos451 Every person who was born in Belize should have the right to...
View ArticleThe failures of Gang Prevention
This is an interesting report, seeing that Belize is trying to suppress gang activity and so far have been failing miserably at it. I have spoken on this before in discussions noting that the plans...
View ArticleThe politics of Intimidation, Fear and Victimization in Belize and our World...
By: Wellington C. Ramos In my country of birth Belize and many other so called democratic countries in the world, the citizens of these nations continue to experience intimidation, fear and...
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