AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHealthcare Workforce: Belize’s Ministry of Health launched a five-year Human Resources for Health Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2030, aiming to fix recruitment, training, deployment and retention of health workers. Energy & Investment: Cabinet approved trade, energy and financial reforms, while the House tabled the Belize Electricity Investments Bill to let government buy 8.1 million BEL shares for about $73M—drawing Opposition criticism over funding and transparency. Cost of Living: SIB data shows May inflation at 4.3%, with San Ignacio/Santa Elena worst at 5.6%; meat and poultry prices rose, plus higher healthcare, restaurant and clothing costs, and utility pressure from electricity, water and LPG. Infrastructure & Logistics: Hummingbird Highway reopened after emergency sinkhole repairs at Mile 17.5, and Belize Customs reported a major general aviation cocaine seizure tied to a high-risk corridor. Agriculture & Food Safety: Ministers toured Orange Walk production sites (grains, meat, papaya exports, dairy) and regional partners agreed to strengthen New World screwworm control and residue monitoring across countries. Blue Economy & Fisheries: CARICOM-backed launch of an open-access Caribbean Blue Economy Knowledge Hub adds shared tools for fisheries, aquaculture and marine planning, including Belize’s participation. Education & Skills: A new Magazine Dental Academy in Belize City opened to train dental hygienists. Local Governance: Caye Caulker School construction was scrapped after disagreements, with the project shifting direction.
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