Belize’s Opposition is urging immediate government intervention as fuel prices climb sharply; however, no relief measures have been announced despite global oil shocks pushing costs higher and intensifying pressure on households and businesses. Leader of the Opposition Tracy Panton, in two statements issued this week, criticized the government for failing to respond as fuel prices rose during the Easter period, a peak travel season. Premium gasoline increased by 86 cents per

By Melvin Flores On March 22, 2026, Prime Minister Johnny Briceño sat down with journalist Will Mitchell for an exclusive interview that painted an optimistic picture of a nation on the rise. Speaking with measured confidence, he described Belize as one of the most exciting destinations for investment, tourism, and opportunity in the region. "We are not just selling beaches we are selling trust," he said. "We are selling a country that respects its people, its history, and it

Belize increased total expenditure by nearly $270 million between 2023/24 and 2026/27; however, combined funding for three key legislative oversight offices rose by just $330,399, pushing their budget share up only 0.010 percentage points. The approved 2026/27 budget allocates a combined $1,190,825 to the Office of the Ombudsman, the Office of the Contractor General, and the Integrity Commission, up from $860,426 in 2023/24. Over the same period, total expenditure increased f