AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoE-Invoicing Push: Belize Tax Service held an E-Invoicing Solutions Expo, moving the transition from talk to reality as the voluntary phase starts now and mandatory compliance is slated for next year. Energy Disruptions: BEL warned of possible tonight load shedding tied to high electricity demand in Mexico, with a tentative schedule affecting parts of Belmopan, San Pedro, San Ignacio, Corozal, Dangriga and Ladyville. Power Crisis Politics: Opposition leaders renewed calls for targeted electricity relief after a nationwide blackout, while the Ministry of Transport rejected claims that electric buses will strain the grid, saying charging will rely mainly on solar. LPG Relief/Cost Control: Supplies Control Unit announced new controlled LPG prices effective Aug. 28, with a 9-cent per gallon drop. Agriculture Health Shield: Belize hosted regional fruit fly coordination and joined OIRSA to strengthen cross-border disease and pest surveillance; FAO and the Ministry trained officers to protect the coconut industry. Food & Prices: SIB reported July inflation at 4.1%, with higher housing, electricity, water, and food costs; beef and chicken prices also rose. Trade & Skills: Belize and Taiwan expanded cooperation, including plans for a Taiwan Caribbean Co-Prosperity Academy in Belize focused on tourism, healthcare, food/nutrition and smart agriculture. Telecom Update: BTL formally withdrew its proposed Speednet acquisition from the PUC process.
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