AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoElectricity Crunch: BEL warned of possible load shedding tonight after Mexico’s CFE signaled it may curtail supply amid high demand, with tentative outages affecting parts of Belmopan, San Pedro, Corozal, San Ignacio, Dangriga and along key highway feeders. Energy Policy & Costs: LPG controlled prices were adjusted nationwide (effective Aug. 28), and the latest CPI showed households feeling the squeeze as electricity, rent, water and food costs rose. Grid Debate: The Ministry of Transport rejected claims that electric buses would strain the grid, saying charging will rely mainly on solar with BEL as backup. Renewables Pipeline: IRENA opened a call for renewable project proposals across Central America and the Caribbean, including Belize, with potential support via its financing platforms. Tax & Business Readiness: Belize Tax Service held an E-Invoicing Solutions Expo ahead of the move to mandatory e-invoicing next year. Agriculture Biosecurity: Belize hosted regional fruit fly coordination as the Medfly-free milestone hits 25 years, while OIRSA partners agreed to strengthen disease surveillance and FAO trained officers to protect the coconut industry. Trade & Skills: Belize and Taiwan expanded cooperation, including a planned Taiwan Caribbean Co-Prosperity Academy in Belize focused on tourism, healthcare, food/nutrition and smart agriculture. SME & Tax Reform: A new push argues Belize needs a more business-friendly tax system to support small firms and growth.
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