AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoBTL-Smart Deal Reversal: Belize’s Cabinet has pulled the plug on Belize Telemedia Limited’s proposed $80M acquisition of Speednet/SMART, citing “national concern” and months of public scrutiny—while unions and social partners continue to press for full disclosure, audited financials, and independent valuations. Public Pressure & Protests: The Belize Communications Workers for Justice and the NTUCB are calling for transparency and worker-impact details, including a “BlackOutBTL” protest, as BTL Chairman Markhelm Lizarraga disputes misinformation and says due diligence is ongoing. Regulatory & Competition Questions: Social partners say key valuation and financial documents are still missing, and they want the Public Utilities Commission to clearly explain competition and consumer safeguards before any future decision. Agriculture Growth Plan: Belize’s Ministry of Agriculture held its AGM in Dangriga, putting numbers on sector momentum (about 15% of GDP) while flagging subsidy and climate-loss constraints. Water Safety Watch: Belize Water Services is detailing how it tests and treats water before it reaches homes and businesses. Belize River Fish Kill Probe: The Department of the Environment says samples point to hypoxia and is investigating an apparently illegal rice field as a possible trigger. Regional Trade Boost: El Salvador signed a Partial Scope Agreement with Belize covering 400 tariff lines, aiming to cut non-tariff barriers and expand market access for agro-industry and more.
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