AGP Executive Report
Last update: 20 minutes agoEnergy & Cost of Living: Belizeans are bracing for higher bills as BEL’s new Cost of Power Adjustment (COPA) adds 1.5 cents per kWh, with reports of bills doubling or tripling; Prime Minister John Briceño says government is reviewing the issue with BEL and the PUC and rejects claims of profiteering, while the UDP demands a rollback and asks how nearly $400M in energy spending is benefiting consumers. Diesel Pressure on Transport: The Belize Bus Association says operators may suspend services from Aug. 24 unless the diesel subsidy is extended; Cabinet is reviewing the request after the subsidy ended in July. Energy Projects Lag: A $77M Saudi solar loan signed in 2023 still hasn’t broken ground, with plans now being restructured toward a solar-plus-battery hybrid system. Agriculture & Rural Resilience: Cattle ranchers in the Belize River Valley train in regenerative grazing to improve soil health and climate resilience; southern cacao farmers prepare for the Maya Mountain Cacao Cooperative’s first AGM. Tourism & Skills: The Belize Tourism Board launches an online “Belize Specialist” training for travel advisors, while E-VOLUTION expands into electric taxis. Climate & Conservation: Belize kicks off Climate Week 2026, and government signs a Turneffe Atoll conservation trust deal protecting key flats-fishing habitats. Trade & Diplomacy: Taiwan deepens cooperation with Belize after a five-day visit by Minister Henry Usher, including support for training and smart agriculture.
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