AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTelecom shake-up: Belize Cabinet has withdrawn support for BTL’s proposed $80M acquisition of Speednet/Smart, after public backlash and mounting concerns from unions and social partners; BTL is expected not to proceed, while the PUC remains the key regulator for any future review. Environment & agriculture: The DOE says it still hasn’t pinned down the exact cause of the Aug. 3 Belize River fish kill, but early findings point to oxygen loss linked to runoff after flooding, with attention on Santander Sugar Group and a previously unknown Mennonite rice farm. Dairy upgrading: IICA and Zamorano trained Belize dairy producers in sustainable milk production, processing, quality control, and food safety, with hands-on work from farms to cheese/yogurt/cream production. Trade & logistics: Belize took part in an IDB-led regional dialogue in Panama on connectivity, border crossings, and customs/logistics improvements to move goods faster. Local business & industry: BELTRAIDE’s MSMEs Roadshow pushed formal registration and export readiness, while Green Clean (Belize-made) is expanding bulk supply to shops, resorts, offices, and schools. Agriculture economy: The Ministry of Agriculture’s AGM in Dangriga reviewed sector performance and priorities, with agriculture still cited at about 15% of GDP.
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