Belize Times - October 23, 2022 Blue Bond and Constitution Commission

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DEVELOPMENT OF THE PEOPLE Blue Bond Milestone 3 Marine Spatial Plan The Belize Blue Bond is a triple win for Belize! – PM John Briceño

People’s Constitution Commission Bill Passes “we are the governors of our destiny – so we have to embrace that” - Min. Henry Charles Usher

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Four Million Dollars for Road Safety: GPS Tracking on Vehicle Fleet

PM Briceño Fires Up the PUP Base

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Belize’s Future Worth Gold

5 People’s Resolutions Pass

Pg. 8 BHS Robotics Team Glitters in Geneva

CHANNEL 7’S SUNUP Pg. 5

“Misrepresents” Says the MoHW

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DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE; SAFETY OF FAMILY FIRST

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Blue Bond Milestone 3 Marine Spatial Plan The Government of Belize, in partnership with The Nature Conservancy, launched the Marine Spatial Planning process on October 19th, 2022. The launch of this planning process marks a milestone accomplishment under the Blue Loan Agreement and the Conservation Funding Agreement signed last November 2021 between the Government of Belize and TNC. These agreements underpin the country’s trailblazing debt conversion for marine conservation.

The launch, which was held at the Best Western Belize Biltmore Plaza, was attended by representatives from the government, civil society, and the private sector as well as Belize’s international development partners. This broad-based participation reflects the critical importance of this planning process to the tourism, fisheries, natural resource management, marine and coastal conservation, shipping, and national security sectors. Members of the public were also invited to view and participate virtually in the launch, which was live-streamed on Facebook.

Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) is a public, inclusive, and participatory process through which stakeholders determine the optimal distribution of human

activities across marine areas to achieve the country’s ecological, economic, and social objectives. The launch was an opportunity to share with the Belizean public what the MSP is, what to expect from the planning process, and how they can participate in developing a plan that serves their diverse interests.

Prime Minister Hon. John Briceno and Minister Andre Perez of the Ministry of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation, as well as Narda Garcia, Chief Executive Officer, Office of the Prime Minister & Investment, and Kennedy Carrillo, Chief Executive Officer, Ministry of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation, spoke on the government's commitment and aspirations for the MSP. Prime Minister John Briceño pointed out that “The Belize Blue Bond is a triple win for Belize! It resulted in the reduction of our public debt by 12 percent of GDP, the advancement of conservation and climate policy expansion and the creation of a long-term financing mechanism to support marine conservation and the wise use of our Blue Natural Capital. Through the Marine Spatial Plan, the blue bond will allow us to develop a blueprint for sustainable development and growth, as well as see the protection of up to 30 percent of

our total Ocean Space. We are determined to employ a framework that results in a vibrant and robust blue economy contributing meaningfully to our national economy and the welfare of our citizenry” Speaking on the importance of the MSP process, Hon. André Perez noted that, "MSP must be embraced as a valuable tool in delivering Belize’s Blue Economy objectives. It is necessary to balance demands for development and economic growth with the need to protect our environment and cultural heritage.

This MSP will complement the Belize Blue Economy Development Policy and Strategy (2022 - 2027) and Maritime Economy Plan, and advance other MSP approaches currently used in Belize such as Marine Protected Areas, Managed Access, and the Integrated Coastal Zone Management Plan.”

For this official launch, the Government of Belize was joined by Ms. Julie Robinson, Director of The Nature Conservancy – a key partner in realizing Belize’s marine conservation commitments under the Blue Loan Agreement and the Conservation Funding Agreement.

"Ms. Julie Robinson emphasizes that “The Nature Conservancy will continue to support Belize by providing the latest

CHANNEL 7’S SUNUP “Misrepresents” Says the MoHW

Cabinet Brief Belmopan, 20th October 2022. 9:10 a.m.

The Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Hon. John Briceño, met in regular session on 18th October 2022.

• Cabinet received an update from the Minister of Education on the CDB Belize Education Sector Reform Program II. The program is entering a new phase which will see the construction and retrofitting of 27 schools across the country. Importantly, this phase of the program will include the rehabilitation and retrofitting of Stella Maris School and the Leo Bradley and Turton libraries in Belize City.

• Cabinet reviewed the approved Work Program for 2022/23 and accepted two concept notes for the development of project proposals through the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) for the Education and Energy sectors.

• Cabinet received an update from the Ministry of Public Utilities, Energy, Logistics & E-Governance on the plan for the transformation and modernization to a digital government. The National Digital Agenda is a part of the government’s commitment to becoming a more open, efficient, and effective government and is in partial fulfilment of Plan Belize.

• Cabinet approved the supplementary Capital II budget appropriations for BZ$734,000 to support the work of NEMO, through its Operations Center, to replace materials and supplies critical to its efforts during national emergencies.

• Cabinet endorsed the list of public and bank holidays for 2023 submitted by the Minister of Home Affairs & New Growth Industries in accordance with Section 3 of the First and Second Schedules to the Holiday Act. • Finally, Cabinet congratulates the young Belizean students from Belize High School who won a gold medal at the FIRST Global Challenge International Robotics Competition in Geneva, Switzerland.

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It is documented that Channel 7 is known for wrestling type innuendo during its Monday Bull spat out by one the most rabid of UDPs. The son of the secret BTL credit card spending and the pseudo journalist sent by Dean Barrow to Schwebel still receives advertisement dollars for manufacturing news. So when the Ministry of Health catches him in his lie he has to be called out. In a release, the Ministry basically asks him to cease and desist.

“The Ministry of Health & Wellness (MoHW) is aware of certain allegations and misrepresentations made on Channel 7’s SunUp Morning Show on Monday, October 18, 2022, and a press release by the United Democratic Party in reference to pharmaceuticals and medical supplies.

The MoHW wishes to inform the public that suppliers are delivering pharmaceuticals and medical supplies and the ministry is distributing them to health facilities countrywide. Cabinet has also given its approval for the MoHW to start the tender process earlier so contracts can be signed with suppliers by mid-December every year. This will give suppliers a three- month lead time to be able to source AND deliver pharmaceuticals and medical supplies.

The ministry understands and accepts the politics of Channel 7 and the UDP but asks that, in the interest of disseminating the proper information, at least basic questions are directed to the ministry. The MoHW has maintained a free flow of information with the media and the public so, when an allegedly credible media house and the UDP both push the same misinformation in tandem, it is a disservice to the public.”

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scientific knowledge so that Belize’s MSP process is conducted using state- of-theart methods, which serves as a model to other nations. The TNC Country Program comprises talented and experience Belizeans who will work on the ground with local stakeholders to develop an equitable plan that meets Belize’s conservation and development needs.”

A highlight of today’s event was the unveiling of the name of this plan by Prime Minister John Briceño and the TNC Belize Programme Director. Through an open voting process hosted on Facebook, the Belize Sustainable Ocean Plan was chosen by the public.

During the event, the Coastal Zone Management Authority and Institute, (CZMAI) the agency leading the MSP process, described the vision for the MSP as “A healthy, resilient, and equitably shared ocean that supports a thriving national economy and nurtures the culture and well-being of all Belizeans”, which would be achieved by developing and implementing a legally enforceable plan that guides sustainable development and designates up to 30% of Belize’s ocean as Biodiversity Protection Zones. The planning process will be based on cutting-edge science and the best available data, and it will be guided by the principles of inclusivity, participation, transparency, and equity. CZMAI also shared the 5-year timeline for this planning process and explained how it will be integrated with other initiatives within the national planning framework.

Belize’s $US 364 million debt conversion for marine conservation, signed in November 2021, allowed Belize to lower its sovereign commercial debt by BZ $378 M (US $189 M) and create long- term, sustainable financing of approximately BZ $8.4 M (US $4.2 M) annually for ocean conservation for the next 20 years. The development of a legally enforceable MSP will be a critical process and tool in ensuring that Belize meets its conservation commitments, preserves its valuable natural resources, and supports the growth of the national economy.

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EDITORIAL HAPPY HARVEST

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he second anniversary of this new pup administration looms ever nearer. This epoch of the year also speaks to celebration and thanksgiving for bountiful harvests. It is therefore reasonable to draw attention to the many achievements this government has accomplished over the last two years. Many started as ideals and commitments in Plan Belize and have now come to fruition. Over 200 government-subsidized starter homes have been delivered to families that are among the most vulnerable in our communities. The major highways and rural roads have seen unprecedented development and maintenance throughout the length and breadth of the nation.

This administration made commitments to grow the economy and to involve the private sector in Public-Private Partnerships. To that end, many initiatives such as the Investment Summit have been created to attract this capital. To jump-start the economy, the government has already implemented policies such as the National Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Strategy and their Road Show to harness and strengthen their productivity, make them more competitive, and increase their force as an engine for sustainable development. This includes the incentive that twenty per cent of government tenders should be awarded to MSMEs. This PUP government has delivered on turning around the economy, and the debt-to-gross domestic product ratio has been reduced from 133 per cent to just 88 per cent as of July 2022. This is attributed to modernization efforts at the Statistical Institute of Belize but primarily to the innovation of Belize’s Blue Bond, which has become the gold standard for debt-for-nature swaps worldwide.

Many of the seeds that were planted two years ago have now flourished and are now bearing fruit.

The incredible investment in the agro-productive sector has yielded revival of the cattle industry and important foreign exchange earner. Belize has increased its basic food security by increasing the production of its staples. Already plans are being made to add corn as an export to our neighbour countries. Citrus products have also seen an increase in exports. Tourism and Civil Aviation have teamed up once again to increase the quantity of visitors coming into the country and this administration has brought new and important airline connections to Belize. Certainly, the tourism industry has played a key role for the resuscitation of the economy, but it would not have been possible without the collaboration of the Ministry of Health and Wellness that helped this country to cope and navigate the pandemic and make it possible to ease restrictions and open the economy up for business.

Again, there are marked differences in the leadership of this administration and the pseudo leadership of those that oppose it. The country has come a long way in these two years since the PUP have taken office. Unemployment is down, productivity is increasing and definite steps of clear inter-ministerial collaboration are being taken to address the social ills of poverty and crime through programs that offer free education, feeding programs at school for at-risk youth and investment in sporting complexes in vulnerable communities. It comes down to this, the PUP motto of “service before self.” Service to Belizeans is the ultimate purpose and the collective commitment of your PUP government to honour the commitments it made. This comes ahead of petty vendettas, egocentric political advancement, social media rants, and even narcissistic agendas that cause nothing but very public national embarrassment. The adage of “as you sow so shall you reap,” comes to mind in both cases. Harvest time is a time for celebration, but not for all.

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l segundo aniversario de esta nueva administración del Partido Unido del Pueblo se acerca cada vez más. Esta época del año también habla de celebración y agradecimiento por las cosechas abundantes. Por lo tanto, es oportuno llamar la atención sobre los muchos logros que este gobierno ha podido alcanzar en los últimos dos años. Muchos de ellos comenzaron como ideales y compromisos en el Plan Belice y ahora se han hecho realidad. Se han entregado más de 200 viviendas subvencionadas por el gobierno a familias que se encuentran entre las más vulnerables de nuestras comunidades. Las principales carreteras y caminos rurales han experimentado un desarrollo y un mantenimiento sin precedentes a lo largo y ancho de la nación.

Esta administración se comprometió a hacer crecer la economía y a involucrar al sector privado en las asociaciones público-privadas. Para ello, se han creado numerosas iniciativas, como la Cumbre de la Inversión, para atraer este capital. Para impulsar la economía, el gobierno ya ha implementado políticas como la Estrategia Nacional para las Micro, Pequeñas y Medianas Empresas (MIPYMES) y su Road Show para aprovechar y fortalecer su productividad, hacerlas más competitivas y aumentar su fuerza como motor del desarrollo sostenible. Esto incluye el incentivo del que el veinte por ciento de las licitaciones públicas se adjudiquen a las MIPYMES. Este gobierno del PUP ha conseguido dar un giro a la economía y la relación entre la deuda y el producto interior bruto se ha reducido del 133% a sólo el 88% en julio de 2022. Esto se atribuye a los esfuerzos de modernización del Instituto de Estadística de Belice, pero principalmente a la innovación del Bono Azul de Belice, que se ha convertido en el estándar de oro para los canjes de deuda por naturaleza en todo el mundo.

Muchas de las semillas que se plantaron hace dos años han florecido y están dando sus frutos. La increíble inversión en el sector agro productivo ha supuesto la reactivación de la industria ganadera y un importante ingreso de divisas. Belice ha aumentado su seguridad alimentaria básica al incrementar la producción de sus productos básicos. Ya se está planificando la incorporación del maíz como producto de exportación a nuestros países vecinos. Los productos cítricos también han visto aumentar sus exportaciones. El turismo y la aviación civil se han unido una vez más para aumentar el número de visitantes que llegan al país y esta administración ha traído nuevas e importantes conexiones aéreas a Belice. Ciertamente, la industria del turismo ha desempeñado un papel clave en la reanimación de la economía, pero no habría sido posible sin la colaboración del Ministerio de Salud y Bienestar que ayudó a este país a hacer frente y navegar por la pandemia y a hacer posible la relajación de las restricciones y la apertura de la economía a los negocios.

Una vez más, hay marcadas diferencias en el liderazgo de esta administración y el pseudo liderazgo de los que se oponen a ella. El país ha avanzado mucho en estos dos años desde que el PUP ha asumido el cargo. El desempleo ha bajado, la productividad está aumentando y se están dando pasos definitivos de clara colaboración interministerial para enfrentar los males sociales de la pobreza y la delincuencia a través de programas que ofrecen educación gratuita, programas de alimentación en la escuela para jóvenes en riesgo e inversión en complejos deportivos en comunidades vulnerables.

Todo se reduce a esto, al lema del PUP de "el servicio antes que el yo". El servicio a los beliceños es el fin último y el compromiso colectivo de su gobierno del PUP de cumplir los compromisos adquiridos.

Esto está por delante de las pequeñas venganzas, los avances políticos egocéntricos, los desplantes en las redes sociales e incluso las agendas narcisistas que no causan más que una vergüenza nacional muy pública. El adagio de "lo que se siembra, se cosecha" viene a la mente en ambos casos. La época de la cosecha es un momento de celebración, pero no para todos.

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PM Briceño Fires Up the PUP Base Party Leader and Prime Minister John Briceño was at his most fiery and in tiptop shape at the PUP's National Party Council as he usually is when he is amongst the people. The packed SCA auditorium was keen to their Party Leader’s words of wisdom and inspiration. John Briceño had been the fountain of hope leading up to elections 2020 and the awe to the words of our Prime Minister is there. John Briceño fed the Party faithful with the truth of a Belize that definitely on a path of totally working for everyone.

The PL/PM chastised the UDP and “Hurricane Dean Barrow and his corrupt cabinet that left us with a broken Country…with a broken treasury…with a broken health system – Remember people were dying every day…with a messed-up education system where our children were not learning. They left us with incompetent UDP cronies in every office of government.”

The PM continued, “So when we got to office we have to rescue Belize. We had to first reverse the borrowing – 1 million dollars a day they were borrowing. We had to rescue the health system and defeat COVID. Together we – you and me – WE saved our dollar” A true leader the PM shared credit, “Under the leadership of Francis Fonseca WE saved our education system from the brink of collapse. Together with Julius Espat WE are fixing our broken infrastructure. Together we are fixing our health system with Kevin Bernard started by Michel Chebat.”

The PM explained that is what was done to “RESCUE our country from corruption, incompetence and cronyism. WE have done that and now we are in the Recovery phase.

We are not yet out of the woods because we cannot fix in two years what they broke over 13 years. But every day we are making progress. Today, we have created thousands

National Party Council Resolutions NATIONAL PARTY COUNCIL

RESOLUTION TO DEFER THE NATIONAL CONVENTION WHEREAS The National Convention is the supreme authority of the People’s United Party (PUP) to: o Elect Members of the National Executive; o Consider, formulate, declare or deal in any way with the principles, policies and programmes of the PUP; o Consider Resolutions relative to national, international or Party affairs; and o Generally, to advance the aims and objectives of the PUP. AND WHEREAS According to Article 15, Clause (2) of the Party’s Constitution, the National Convention of the PUP shall be held every two (2) years on a day in the month of November and in a District of Belize decided by the National Party Council (NPC).

BE IT RESOLVED THAT 1) The National Convention, which was scheduled to be held in November of 2020, was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, be, once again, deferred to November 2023.

2) Until the time of the next scheduled National Convention, the National Executive continue to be charged with directing the Organization and Administration of the PUP. RESOLUTION CONSTITUTIONAL REFORM WHEREAS The PUP led Belize to independence in 1981 with a constitution that has been the foundation of democratic Belize in which human rights are respected, the rule of law prevails, and social economic and environmental justice are pursued Belize has developed in all aspects since 1981 and the demands of the Belizean people requires During the past 41 years, the Constitution has been amended in an ad hoc fashion and it is now time for a wholesale review of the Constitution in a consultative and inclusive way to produce a bold reformed constitution fit for purpose to meet the challenges of the 21st Century The People’s Constitution Commission is a designed to undertake the visionary task of constitutional reform for a 21st century Belize BE IT RESOLVED THAT 1. The PUP will advocate for the new constitution to provide that executive authority is vested in a Belizean head of state and an end to the British monarch as Belize’s head of state 2. The PUP strongly supports a bold review of the Belize Constitution that will lead to a draft Constitution that expands the Belizean democracy, that produces a reformed government system that is more consultative and inclusive, and guarantees social economic and environmental justice and the sustainable development of Belize 3. The organs of the PUP will participate actively in the constitutional reform process.

RESOLUTION ON ECONOMIC RECOVERY AND GROWTH WHEREAS When the PUP was elected to office in November 2020, the Belizean economy was in a recession, Government was spending $1million per day to meet recurrent expenses, public debt was 130% of GDP and the COVID-19 pandemic had pushed unemployment to 30%.

The Government developed a home-grown strategy designed to put the country on a sustainable path to economic recovery; this included cuts in public sector wages and recurrent expenditure which saved 3,000 public sector jobs.

The infamous Superbond was renegotiated and replaced by the Blue Bond which provides long term marine protection and reduced public sector debt to 108% of GDP. The economy has rebounded with agriculture, tourism and BPO sectors leading the way, GDP growth in the 2nd quarter of 2022 was a historic 15% and unemployment has fallen to 9%.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT 1. We congratulate the Government under the leadership of Prime Minister John Briceño on its stellar management of the economy.

2. We thank the Belizean public sector workers for the sacrifices undertaken as part of the recovery plan, thank private sector workers and business owners for their continued confidence in Belize.

3. We urge the Government to continue to manage the economy with a view to job creation and growth, poverty reduction and the sustainable development of Belize.

of good new jobs. Anthony and his team at BTB has brought back the Tourism Sector.

Eamon and his team has put Belize on the right track again abroad. In our investment ministry, we are once again telling the world we are WE ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS and the Made in Belize brand can be found in stores all around the world. But yes we have to do more, especially to help the poor people that is why we are giving more of your children the opportunity to go to high school free. This is why Andre and his team are doing more to help our fisher folk expand the fishing industry. This is why Cordel is working in your community to put land in the hands of every Belizean. And this is why Dolores and her team are working to help our people with special needs. Every day we must work together to build opportunities for you and for all Belizeans.”

The PL/PM shared that “Every day we must work to accomplish all the promises

05 5 we made in Plan Belize. Remember, we are the Party of George Price and Lindy Rodgers, of Said Musa, of Madam Liz and Miss Jane.

We are nation builders. And because of who we are, the sun is shining again and Belize if growing and our people are working again.

More of our children are going to school again.

And the Belizean economy is getting stronger again by the day. That is how we do it in the PUP.” The level of intensity at the PUP’s NPC shows why the United Democratic Party has been placed into history as the once-upon-atime mass party that attempted to destroy Belize. The reverse effect was true as they self-destructed. The jewel has proved to be filled with a savvy and resilient population that made a paradigm shift albeit in a pandemic to give real energy to planBelize.

John Briceño crescendo of a finish is one that only he can muster in this country. The shrill of PUP all the way is still reverberating in the hearts of the attendees. The shrill will takes us to the corners of Belize to continue the work of building a Belize where everybody fih win.

RESOLUTION ON A SAFER BELIZE WHEREAS The PUP inherited 13 years of failure and deep rooted damage to the quality of our society, where the focus was on political expediency and appeasement to criminal elements.

The PUP has risen to take on governance which is dedicated to fixing the severe damage. The greatest asset in this task is our belief in the resilience of the Belizean spirit and people.

A PUP government is known by the nation to be progressive, visionary, bold and futurist in its solutions and strategies of getting results.

We place our confidence in the value of a collective, inclusive and personal approach to making sure Belizeans are safe.

The cowards that are not Nation Builders rejoice as Belizeans die from the fruits of poison trees that the UDP planted. They believe that the public would forget that for over a decade they created deadly problems for our nation at the hands of their selfishness and incompetence.

As a Government the PUP is commissioned by the ideals of social justice, human rights and the god-fearing mandates of love, restoration humility and hope. We are sure that with these tools and calling all hands on deck, it is impossible do anything but succeed.

The PUP recognizes that crime is a byproduct of social decay and corrosive poverty. The path to social recovery must go directly past those pit falls but the solutions are reflected in a happy population with empowered and productive community spirit.

We recognized that there must be new, radical and targeted strategies to address the mess and trauma that 13 years of horror left behind.

The Party through its administration of policies continues to lay the ground work to unlock the full potential of the Safe Society framework in Plan Belize.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT 1. The PUP supports the current strategy which prioritizes citizen security and inclusion through a multi-sectoral and wholistic approach to keeping Belizeans safe.

2. The PUP supports taking the proactive step of the new frontier of cybersecurity and safety of each citizens, their information, property and dignity in cyberspace.

3. The PUP supports the efforts to root out the rogue officers in the Police department and return the respect and strength in the ranks. As a Party we value each good officer and support initiatives to look after their welfare and families and restore confidence of the law-abiding public in the work our Police Officers do.

4. The PUP will call on each village, town, church, and community to close ranks against the criminal elements, work with the good police officers and get those who insist on a life of crime out of our communities while reforming those who want change.

5. The PUP will continue to support leaps in the Government’s approach to trail blazing initiatives in innovation and technology as a tool to crime fighting including the use of state of the art surveillance systems, upgrading our forensics lab and tools for DNA analysis to solve crimes.

RESOLUTION ON THE CANNABIS INDUSTRY IN BELIZE WHEREAS The Cannabis industry has exploded worldwide, global legal cannabis market size was valued at USD 17.8 billion in 2021 and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 25.3% from 2022 to 2030 Cannabis has long been used for medicinal purposes, it has been found to be greatly effective in its ability as a therapeutic for chronic pain and in treating nausea caused due to chemotherapy Industrial hemp has been used in many countries for a variety of uses and provides opportunities for investment and job creation The development of the cannabis industry in Belize must be done in such a way as not to create undue threats to correspondent banking relations, or to make cannabis or its derivates available to minors and vulnerable persons The Cannabis and Industrial Hemp Control And Licensing Act, 2022 has been subject to widespread consultation and provides a comprehensive regulatory regime that includes the necessary controls for the safe and orderly development of the cannabis industry in Belize BE IT RESOLVED THAT 1. The cannabis industry, once properly regulated provides opportunities for investment and job creation in Belize.

2. A consultative referendum should be held at the earliest opportunity to afford Belizeans an opportunity to express their views on the Cannabis And Industrial Hemp Control And Licensing Act, 2022 3. The PUP will campaign for a YES vote in the referendum when held.

4. The PUP will support legislation aimed at the expungement of all records for simple possession and minor offences of marijuana.

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HIGH LEVEL DELEGATION MEETS IMF/WORLD BANK Briceño’s Stellar Efforts Endorsed

Hon. Christopher Coye, Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment, led a high-level delegation of Belizean officials, including Mr. Joseph Waight, Financial Secretary, Ministry of Finance; Mr. Kareem Michael, Governor, Central Bank of Belize; H.E. Lynn Young, Belize’s Ambassador to the USA and Canada; Ambassador Mark Espat; and Dr. Osmond Martinez, Chief Executive Officer, Ministry of Economic Development, to Washington, D.C., from October 11 to 15, 2022.

The Belize delegation held a series of meetings with senior representatives from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank, the International

Finance Corporation (IFC), the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Group including IDB Invest and IDB Lab, the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), and the Organization for Economic Corporation & Development (OECD) Development Assistance Committee.

The delegation also met with senior representatives from the U.S. Treasury and the Office of Comptroller of Currency and held a bilateral meeting with Hon. Vicky Ford, MP, UK Minister of State for Development in the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

The objectives of the mission were to (i) build deeper relationships between Belize and its various multilateral and bilateral partners; (ii) update its partners on Belize’s strong

economic recovery and transformation; (iii) address ongoing challenges including correspondent banking relationships and financial de-risking; (iv) advocate for timely access to concessionary development and climate finance at scale for Belize and other small vulnerable states with a view to achieving climate and economic resiliency; (v) emphasize national priorities, including education, MSME support, energy/electricity costs, poverty alleviation, climate resiliency building and debt sustainability; (vi) discuss ongoing and pipeline projects; and (vii) enlist further support of its partners, by way of financial and technical assistance, to address government’s priorities and progress its Plan Belize initiatives.

During the IMF Caribbean Ministerial Meeting, Minister Coye gave remarks on Belize’s experience with accessing climate finance. Similarly, in a meeting with the IDB President, the delegation spoke about public and

private sector investments and the potential for the IDB Invest group to partner with academia on research and development. The World Bank and IFC meetings also highlighted pertinent topics for Belize, including achieving energy independence and security through renewable energy, climate resilience and food security. Lastly, in a meeting with the MCC, the delegation discussed education and electricity costs as key priority areas to be targeted under this initiative.

Belize’s delegation was well-received by all its multilateral and bilateral partners who endorsed the stellar efforts of the Briceño administration in advancing national priorities. On behalf of the government and people of Belize, Minister Coye expressed his appreciation to all partners for their willingness to provide future financial and technical resources in key development areas.

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PRIME MINISTER

Hon. John Briceño

LAUNCH OF THE MARINE SPATIAL PLAN (MILESTONE #3 BLUE BOND AGREEMENT) BILTMORE PLAZA WEDNESDAY 19TH October 2022 Good Morning, Ladies and Gentlemen, We are glad you could join us for the official launch of the Marine Spatial Planning Process. This is the 3rd Milestone we are delivering upon under the Blue Bond and it signals my Government’s commitment to ensuring the wise use of our Blue Natural Capital for the benefit of all. Earlier this year, we delivered on Milestones 1 and 2 by increasing our total protected ocean space to 20.5 percent. We also designated all national lands in the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System World Heritage sites as mangrove reserves. We are committed to the task of ensuring that Belize’s Natural assets are central to our economic development and to the well-being of our people. We know that our natural assets are important for our livelihoods, security, climate resilience, and cultural heritage. To this end, we are duty-bound to ensure that they are utilized responsibly and that their functional integrity is safeguarded in order for them to provide important products and ecosystem services.

Let me say this, no one is imposing this on us; this is not a foreign agenda, this is a Belizean agenda. Since independence or for more than four decades now, Belize has been a leader in conservation. In those four decades, we have co-designed processes with community actors, NGOs, and industry to develop policies, constructed a legislative framework, and utilized domestic funds to support a nationwide network of protected areas.

Since 2021, we developed key economic sectors such as our fisheries and ecotourism sectors. Likewise, we secured innovative external financial arrangements to further our conservation efforts through one of the first debt for nature swaps to protect tens of thousands of acres of forest.

Our early efforts and vision along with our natural capital – both marine and terrestrial – has allowed for the resilience and relatively good health and functionality of these resources. Indeed, we are well aware that despite our early efforts, our natural capital must survive present day pressures and stresses. My government has re-envisioned Belize’s natural capital as a lever to progress our country’s and our people’s resilience and development. We have taken more aggressive efforts to sustainably manage our natural resources because simply put... we have no choice.

To date, the Belize Blue Bond, successfully negotiated along with the Nature Conservancy in November of 2020, is the single largest globally and is viewed as one of the most innovative and creative approaches to debt restructure. Indeed, it is more than that, for it is meeting important nature based and climate ambitions. As a matter of fact, since the Belize Blue Bond, several Caribbean and Developing states have been exploring the possibility of replicating the Belize model, including Barbados which recently announced its Blue Bond Deal. The Belize Blue Bond is a triple win for Belize, one, it resulted in the reduction of our public debt by 12 percent of GDP. This was critical to our economy which at the time was laden with never-before-seen levels of debt, unemployment, and potential monetary devaluation. It also resulted in the advancement of conservation and climate policy expansion. Equally important, is the long-term financing mechanism created by the Blue Bonds. This will bolster the conservation and management regime of Belize’s blue resources to meet national and international targets and ambitions.

Like most Small Island Developing States, the effective management of our ocean space is a must for our survival and climate resilience.

Through the Marine Spatial Plan, the blue bond will allow us to develop a blueprint for sustainable development and growth, as well as see the protection of up to 30 percent of our total Ocean Space. This is now possible through the endowment fund which over the next 20 years will make available approximately 100 million US dollars, but also through the annual financial inflows from government of approximately 80 million US dollars over the next 20 years. This is specifically to support on-the-ground organizations working in Marine Conservation and sustainable use of our blue resources.

So you see, in this regard, our Leadership as a country should be celebrated!

Ladies and Gentlemen, I am also pleased to say that Belize is on the road to recovery. Our homegrown financial and economic plan is showing us encouraging results and my government has been working diligently in strengthening our investment framework and regimes for positioning and integrating our natural capital into our broader development and policy objectives. Today there is renewed confidence in the private and development sectors. We are now seen as a government and country of actions and results, as demonstrated by this launch. This confidence is allowing us to seek even more finance permanence for conservation and effective management of our marine and coastal resources. This is evidenced by our partnership with the World Wildlife Fund to design a project for Finance Permanence (PFP), which is expected to leverage the success of our Blue Bonds and complement its targeted areas. Today’s Milestone is envisioned as being central to ensuring that the rationalization of our Blue Space and its associated resources are inclusive and structured to support the successful development of our Blue Economy. We are determined to employ a framework that results in a vibrant and robust blue economy contributing meaningfully to our national economy and the welfare of our citizenry. What cannot be compromised, however, are those social and environmental considerations that will safeguard our environment and be equitable. This Marine Spatial plan must balance development with maintaining healthy marine spaces.

And so today, I thank you for celebrating with us, more so, thank you for demonstrating your support and for remaining with us in the transformation of our economy. Together, we will advance the work towards a low emissions climate-resilient and nature-based development pathway. A pathway that since November 2020 has introduced public sector reforms; prioritized climate-resilient infrastructure development; undertaken ambitious targets to further reduce our already negligible emissions, and put in place effective adaptative measures. In keeping with our commitments made in our PlanBelize manifesto, we are diversifying our productive sectors, promoting climate-smart approaches, and strengthening our Blue Economy. At the same time, we are upgrading our digital infrastructure and reimagining education for the future. We are scaling up investments in health and social protection systems; and improving crisis response and preparedness. And yes, we are moving towards energy independence and security through the utilization of our renewable energy resources.

Yes, we are building a Belize that works for everyone.

Hoy nuestro gobierno, como se discute en las conferencias de la CEPAL y más importante aún, como dicta nuestra realidad, está promoviendo la importancia de atender el desafío de la desigualdad en nuestro país. A la vez estamos impulsado la idea del gran impulso ambiental como eje articulador de una nueva estrategia de política pública que lleva al desarrollo sostenible. También hemos reconocido que identificar el rol de las políticas climáticas genera este Gran Impulso Ambiental que nos permite recuperar el crecimiento económico con igualdad, aumentar la capacidad de adaptación frente al cambio climático y descarbonizar nuestras economías. ¡Muchas gracias!

Thank You, God bless you and God Bless Belize!

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Belize’s Future Worth Gold BHS Robotics Team Glitters in Geneva

The giant Belizean flag unfurled in Geneva was prove positive that the Blue Bond was no fluke. The MCC win was no fluke. The Blue Bond Award was no fluke. Ms. Earth was no fluke. Our future is in great hands and the planBelize substrate is fertile for Belizean to flourish even far from the shade.

Belize along with a team secured Gold; this is tear-jearking as a developing country should not excel at these levels…WRONG… Belize High School Robotics team flew across the ocean to prove that point. Patriotism oozed everywhere and the team could be seen to be representing Belize. Belize is an environmental juggernaut. Belize as small as we are an example of why Carbon Capture can be done at every level…BIG countries can do it if the small can. They just need to will.

The Prime Minister publicly chimed in “Innovation in education... it's a pillar of our Plan Belize objectives for education. Congratulations Belize High School!!! You not only took up the challenge to innovate in education, but you won the global competition.”

Hon. Francis Fonseca participated in the 𝘃𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 for the Belize High School Robotics Team that secured 𝗚𝗢𝗟𝗗 medals for our Jewel at the FIRST Global Challenge. At the rally, Minister Fonseca expressed his teeming pride in the students and their teachers, and reiterated #YourMoECST's commitment to advancing Science & Tech across our education system.

The FIRST Global Challenge is a yearly Olympics-style robotics competition organized by the International First Committee Association. It promotes STEM education and careers for youth.

FROM THE FIRST GLOBAL WEBSITE

FIRST Global Challenge Unites 180+ Nations to Inspire Next Generation of Innovators and Leaders, Including Gold-Medal-Winning Team Ukraine High School Students From Around The World Join in Geneva, Switzerland for Olympic-Style International Robotics Event GENEVA – FIRST® Global, a not-for-profit organization established to promote science and technology leadership and innovation in young people from all nations through the sport of robotics, brought together students from more than 180 nations October 13-16 at PalExpo in Geneva for the FIRST Global Challenge, a high-profile, international robotics competition convening high-school-aged participants who work together to solve global challenges.

The focus of the 2022 FIRST Global Challenge was “Carbon Capture,” in which shifting alliances of three nations competed to capture and store carbon, demonstrating the collective effort required to protect our shared atmosphere and slow the effects of climate change. The event highlighted the importance of addressing global climate change, excited students to learn and discover STEM through robotics, and inspired students and adults alike on the importance of collaborating across places of origin, creeds, religions, and cultures to build a better tomorrow.

This competition inspires not only those who participate, but also many more from the teams’ home countries. The FIRST Global Challenge is based on the principles of FIRST, a K-12 STEM education nonprofit founded by inventor Dean Kamen in 1989.

“I’ve learned through FIRST that if we teach the world’s young people the common language of STEM, they’ll learn how to work together across cultural and religious differences,” said Dean Kamen, president of DEKA Research & Development and founder of FIRST and FIRST Global. “Through the excitement of an Olympic-style sporting event, the FIRST Global Challenge is uniting students around the world to solve the greatest problems we face as a global community.”

This year’s games concluded with exciting final championship matches and an award ceremony, during which teams were awarded medals in several categories – both qualitative and quantitative in nature – highlighting the qualities that FIRST Global aims to inspire in the STEM leaders of tomorrow. The winners (listed below) for the awards were determined by a group of internationally selected judges.

1. FIRST Global Winning Alliance Award Awarded to the four teams in the winning alliance in the final match. a. Winning Alliance: Lithuania, Belize, Switzerland, Botswana 2. FIRST Global Finalist Alliances Award Awarded to the four-team alliance who placed second in the final match and the winning alliance in the third-place match. b. Runner-up: Mexico, Republic of Korea, Tonga, Tanzania c. Second Runner Up: Senegal, Hungary, North Macedonia, Puerto Rico

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Four Million Dollars for Road Safety: GPS Tracking on Vehicle Fleet Today, the Ministry of Economic Development, through the Second Road Safety Project, partnered with Traksolutions Belize Ltd. to train municipal bodies and the Department of Transport on the usage of GPS tracking devices.

The purpose of the training is to familiarise users with the capabilities and management of this dynamic device that will allow them to gather sensitive data.

In 2020, the following vehicles were purchased through the Second Road Safety Project with financing from the Caribbean Development Bank totalling BZ$4,087,422.12: 1. Six ambulances (five for the Ministry of Health & Wellness and one for BERT) 2. Six highway patrol vehicles (all for the Department of Transport) 3. Eighteen motorcycles (two for each municipality) 4. Two project vehicles Through continued support to the beneficiaries of these vehicles, the Second Road Safety Project entered into a contractual agreement for BZ$38,220.00 with Traksolutions Belize Ltd. to install GPS tracking devices in these vehicles and to allocate servicing fees for 24 months.

Dr. Osmond Martinez, CEO in the Ministry of Economic Development, shared that these devices will not only track the location of the vehicles in real-time but also offer data collection and generate reports on the activities, usage and maintenance using web-based software. This software can also generate reports on the vehicle speed, stop duration, engine running time and fuel consumption, which will allow heads of department to ensure the efficient and effective use of the vehicles. With internet connection, one can track and access information from anywhere in the world.

TEAM BELIZE 2022

Nestled in the pristine rainforests of Central America, Belize, the only English-speaking country in the region, serves as a natural sanctuary of incredible biodiversity and a catalyst for climate action.

As a developing nation, Belize is in crisis mode. Its citizens debate whether to proceed with agriculture and other industries that require clearing the forests of mahogany and gum species, directly affecting the diverse flora and fauna below or continue to designate more blocks of the rainforest as protected areas.

On the wave of the recent significant steps Belize took to protect our treasure valued at over 125 trillion USD, Team Belize 2022 takes the opportunity to showcase the scarlet macaw as the team mascot.

These thirteen high school students from Belize City are equally bright-eyed and brilliant as the scarlet macaw. Team Belize will highlight and connect this year’s theme to their experience as brilliantly as the beautiful red feathers on the gorgeous scarlet macaw as catalysts of climate change.

Captain Justin Zhou leads this highly social “flock” of high flyers. These learners and leaders are committed to their roles as catalysts of climate action, leading advocacy campaigns within our schools. Similarly, the scarlet macaws are effective tools for reseeding deforested areas with trees.

Carrying the message of climate change under the unique country flag of Belize that mirrors the same red and blue colors of the scarlet macaw are Alexander Usher, Benny He, Jaden Chen, Justin Zhou, Karii Domingo, Ngakei Choi, Olivia Quinto, Ray Wu, Sebastian Garcia, Tristian Bradley, Victoria Quan Team Mentors: Jamie Usher, Godfrey Sosa, Gustavo Carrillo, Ray Liang, Luis Silva, and Armando Moralez.

Team Belize’s robot will be designed to demonstrate the legendary symbolism of scarlet macaws as guardians and protectors of clean air.

Additionally, Team Belize looks forward to meeting, collaborating, and forming lasting relationships as a testament to the mission and vision of FIRST Global.

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LIQUOR LICENSE NOTICES

Notice is hereby given that Midtown Company Ltd. is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Midtown Company Ltd.” located at BTL Park, Newtown Barracks, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Wei Yun Liao is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “New William Shop” Located at # 19 Orange Street, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Midtown Company Ltd. is applying for a Restaurant Liquor License to be operated at “Midtown Company Ltd.” located at # 168 Newtown Barracks, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Ming Hua Chen is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “DK Ltd.” Located at Miles 3 Philip Goldson Highway, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Jin Zhi Tan is applying for a Publican Special Liquor License to be operated at “Key Ley Restaurant” Located at # 146 Freetown Road, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Shun De Tan is applying for a Publican Special Liquor License to be operated at “Kostin Treats” Located at # 152 Freetown Road, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Yin Yin Long is applying for a Convenience Store Liquor License to be operated at “N & N Supermarket” Located at # 106 A Freetown Road, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Shun Yu Tan is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “JS Import Company Ltd.” Located at # 2664 Albert Hoy Avenue, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that GenYuan Xiao is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Tan Liang Shop” Located at # 35 Faber’s Road, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Holanda Chan is applying for a Night Club Liquor License to be operated at “Foxxi’s Bar” Located at # 63 Cemetery Road, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Wei Chi Yan is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “New Shop” Located at #2 Gabourel Lane, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Jian Hong Yan is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Wing An Shop” Located at # 144 East Collet Canal, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Jian Ming Liao is applying for a Convenience Store Liquor License to be operated at “139 Store” Located at # 139 Neal’s Pen Road, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that D & K Winery Ltd. is applying for a Restaurant Liquor License to be operated at “D & K Winery Ltd.” Located at # 148 Barrack Road, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Wei Chi Yan/JiaJie Ruan are applying for a Restaurant Liquor License to be operated at “DK Signature Restaurant” Located at # 2 Dolphin Drive, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Zhu Feng Luo is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Homever” Located at # 13 Miles Philip Goldson Highway, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Xin Yu Huang is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Los Lagos Shop” Located in Los Lagos, Ladyville Village, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that HuaCheng Xu is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Manta Store” Located in Ladyville Village, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Caisu Lee is applying for a Convenience Store Liquor License to be operated at “Li & Lee Grocery Store & Fast Food” Located at # 25 West Collet Canal, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Wan Cheng Zheng/Caiyin Huang are applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Goodwill Supermarket” Located at #2805 C.A. Blvd., Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Wen Li Chen is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Ice Cold Store” Located in Burrell Boom Village, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Bosco Supermarket Ltd. is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Bosco Supermarket Ltd.” Located at # 2670/81 C.A. Blvd., Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Kenny Lo is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Benson Shop” Located in Ladyville Village, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Zihuan Chen is applying for a Convenience Store Liquor License to be operated at “Qiang Kee” Located at # 106 Freetown Road, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Juan Carlos Dussan Cullar is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Caribbean Best Producers Ltd.” Located in Seine Bight Village, Stann Creek District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Juan Carlos Dussan Cullar is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “P. Market” Located at 1 1/2 Miles Philip Goldson Highway, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

099 Notice is hereby given that Juan Carlos Dussan Cullar is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “P. Market” Located on Central American Blvd., Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Juan Carlos Dussan Cullar is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Public Supermarket Market” Located at # 49 West Canal, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Stella Subramanias is applying for a Restaurant Liquor License to be operated at “Sumathi Indian Restaurant” Located at # 19 Baymen Avenue, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Carla J Burkey is applying for a Publican Special Liquor License to be operated at “Booze & Branches” Located on La Loma Luz Blvd., Branch Mouth Road, Cayo District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Juan Magana Jr. & Tatiana Magana are applying for a Restaurant Liquor License to be operated at “Lagom Terrace” Located at # 9 Hopkins Street, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

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European Union and CARIFORUM Ministers Launch New Partnerships under the Global Gateway Program

2022 INSPECTION OF SITE FOR STARTER HOMES IN PORT LOYOLA On Wednesday, Mr. Noel Harvey Manager MIDH, Hon. Gilroy Usher Area Representative for Port Loyola, and Mr. Francis Williams assistant to Hon. Usher visited the house lots along Faber’s Rd. in Belize City. Here 3 starter homes should be built to determine what other preparatory work needs to be done by the MIDH to start the construction of the houses for the deserving families.

Mr. Harvey informed the Ministry of the specific recommendations to get the construction underway as soon as possible.

Ministry of Agriculture Receives

Nucleic Acid Analyzer

October 18, 2022 - Hon. Louis Zabaneh, Minister of State in the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology, alongside Ms. Orla Kantun Coleman, Director of International Affairs Cooperation in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, represented Belize at the Joint Ministerial Meeting and Launch of the Caribbean-EU Partnerships in Barbados on October 12, 2022.

Belize’s representatives alongside 15 other leaders from Caribbean countries met with Ms. Jutta Urpilainen, the European Commissioner for International Partnerships, to discuss the main priorities that the European Union will dedicate to the Caribbean for the next five years. Both regions will work together through three partnerships under the Global Gateway with a focus on 1.) Green Deal, 2.) Economic Resilience and Trade, and 3.) Governance, Security and Human Development. Moreover, the EU and the Caribbean countries will work together to fight climate change, protect biodiversity and foster digital innovation and mobility of students and university staff.

Minister Zabaneh addressed Belize’s position in all three areas. Firstly, on Green Deal. Belize, as a Small Island Developing State is extra vulnerable to external climate change shocks and disasters. The country’s partnership for a Green Deal should assist the region in accelerating its energy transition and implementing each country’s respective Nationally Determined Contributions.

As such, he emphasised the importance of delivering on existing commitments and ensuring adequate treatment for both adaptation and loss of damage.

Secondly, on the topic of Economic Resilience and Trade, Minister Zabaneh highlighted how fundamental it is to have partnerships to attain socio- economic and social development for the region. Progress on this front is intrinsically linked to the global financial architecture, on which Belize depends for supplementary financing. The minister stressed that as Belize’s national budgets are unable to finance its developmental goals and aspirations, the use of the gross national income by international financial donors to access grants and concessionary financing is challenging and undermining development. He noted that through the Gateway Program, the EU is introducing new opportunities for financing and hopes that the CARIFORUM states have access to these.

In his remarks on Governance, Security and Human Development, Minister Zabaneh shared that increased people-to-people contact is essential to fortify relationships and unnecessary obstacles preventing travel between regions only hinder this. He used the example of Belize not benefitting from the Schengen Visa Waiver and invited the EU to make a positive recommendation to Belize’s request.

Minister Zabaneh concluded his presentation by highlighting that Belize is grateful to have been represented at the briefing meeting and for the maturing partnership with the EU. He mentioned that as states move towards a more sustainable and climate-conscious pathway and want to develop economies, it is of utmost importance for each CARIFORUM country to effectively implement projects under the partnership and move ahead with sustainable human development within the region.

In more Caribbean news related to our jewel, Hon. Francis Fonseca, assumed the Chairmanship of the Caribbean Community's Council for Human and Social Development (Education) and chaired the initial meeting of the Council at CARICOM's Headquarters in Georgetown, Guyana.

October 20, 2022 - Today, the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise received a donation of a POCKIT Central Nucleic Acid Analyzer Machine.

The machine was donated by GeneReach Biotechnology Corporation, a Taiwanese company dedicated to bringing innovation to global health management.

Valued at US$25,000, the machine will be used mainly for the detection of animal diseases such as African Swine Fever and will be housed at the Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA) lab.

Hon. Jose Abelardo Mai, Minister of Agriculture, and Mrs. Zoё Roberson-Zetina, Managing Director of BAHA, received the donation from H.E. David KuanChou Chien, Ambassador of the Republic of China (Taiwan) to Belize. Both Minister Mai and Ambassador Chien reiterated the expressions of the close friendship between Taiwan and Belize. Minister Mai thanked the ambassador on behalf of the Belizean people, especially from the agriculture sector, for the donation which will help tremendously with the detection and analysis of pests and diseases threatening Belize.

IN THE SUPREME COURT OF BELIZE, A.D. 2022 CLAIM No. 387 of 2022 BETWEEN

(RAMON LANDERO (ANGEL LANDERO (HENRY LANDERO (BENEDICTO LANDERO (DARLINGTON LANDERO ( (AND (THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF BELIZE (REGISTRAR OF LANDS (COMMISSIONER OF LANDS & SURVEYS

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RESPONDENTS

NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that RAMON LANDERO, ANGEL LANDERO, HENRY LANDERO, BENEDICTO LANDERO, DARLINGTON LANDERO, all of Duck Run, Cadena Creek Area, Cayo District, Belize have filed an Application dated the 27th day of June, 2022 in the Supreme Court of Belize for an Order of Declaration of Title on the ground of long possession which is set for Hearing at 9:00 a.m. on the morning of the 8th December, 2022 before the Honourable Madam Justice Farnese.

Any person objecting to the Application must file a notice of their objection giving the reason for their objection to the Supreme Court within 45 days of the date of the second publication of this notice inclusive of the date of such publication, or, attend court on the date of the Hearing.

The land above referred to: 1,146.92 acres of land situate in the Duck Run, Cadena Creek Area, Cayo District, Belize.

Dated this 14th day of October,2022 _________________________ WA Lindo LLP Attorneys–at-Law for the Claimant Per: William A. Lindo

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House of Representatives Unanimously Passes the People’s Constitution Commission Bill On October 17th, 2022, the People’s Constitution Commission Bill went through its second and third readings. The Bill was presented by Hon. Henry Charles Usher, Minister of Public Service, Constitutional and Political Reform, and Religious Affairs and unanimously accepted by the House of Representatives.

The Constitution of Belize is the country’s most fundamental legal instrument that establishes the rights, processes and institutions that guide how the country functions and how power and resources should be shared. Through the People’s Constitution Commission, the government is embarking on a constitutional consultative campaign reform to foster sustainable human development and good governance, national ownership and inclusivity, and promote international norms and standards.

The People’s Constitution Commission, in carrying out its mandates of conducting a comprehensive review of the Constitution of Belize must also do the following: • Create and maintain a record of views and public opinion and take into account such views and opinions as it considers appropriate. These views and public opinions will be gathered through a national consultation process across communities in all six districts and the diaspora.

• Safeguard and promote the existence of Belize as a sovereign independent State; Belize’s democratic system of governance, including its democratic values and respect for and promotion of the rule of law and fundamental rights and freedoms; the separation of powers, including the independence of the judiciary; national unity, cohesion and peace; and Belize’s existence as a secular State in which all faiths are treated equally and encouraged to foster national cohesion and unity.

• Recommends and safeguards reforms of the state which promote the protection of unity, freedom, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Belize; the elimination of economic and social privilege and disparity among citizens, whether by race, ethnicity, colour, creed, disability or sex; gender equality; the protection of the rights of the individual to life, liberty, basic education, basic health, the right to vote in elections, the right to work and the pursuit of happiness; the protection of the identity, dignity and social and cultural values of citizens of Belize, including Belize’s indigenous peoples; the preservation of the right of the individual to the ownership of private property and the right to operate private businesses; the prohibition of exploitation of man by man or by the state; and many more reforms that will be beneficial and recommended by the Belizean People.

“We are not governed by anybody; we are the governors of our destiny – so we have to embrace that what we have to learn. We have to realize that this is what this bill and the process and the exercise is intended to do” – Hon. Henry Charles Usher

To begin reading the Constitution of Belize, scan the QR Code for your copy!

Bestows Honorary Doctorate Degrees to Rt. Hon. Said Musa and Gerald Lord Rhaburn

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Belizean Youths Explore “Mind Education”

Oct 19, 2022 – The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Transport hosted a group of young South Korean nationals on an invitation that was extended by the Minister Hon. Rodwell Ferguson on his recent visit in July of this year. Then, he attended a youth Forum representing Belize at the International Conference of roughly 150 different countries.

The Minister made a presentation that laid the foundation for potential partnerships between the youths of Belize, South Korea, and other countries. The topic of that forum was “Youth Problems and Solutions”. He also met with small groups of youths in Korea.

For context, the South Korean economy is mixed as it doesn’t have much natural resources. The economy of South Korea is highly developed. By nominal GDP, it has the 4th largest economy in Asia and the 10th largest in the world. Companies such as Samsung, LG Electronics, etc. focus on Human Resources and Technology.

Mindset Education is the term used to repurpose the mind from thinking negatively. South Korea, up to a few years ago, was one of the world’s poorest. When through Mindset Education they transformed the mindset of the young people within their country.

Pastor Jermaine Garvey, Director of International Youth Fellowship with other members of the Korean delegation were welcomed at a small meet-and-greet session here in Belize City at the Department of Youth Services along with a group of 15 youths. This team have taken a year off university and are visiting different countries to share Mindset Education which is in line with their Christian values as they believe in giving back.

The Belize Youth Movement was present along with other representatives of various youth arms. The minister encourages the

fostering of networking and cooperation of youths in Belize and South Korea. The group will be in the country for the next 3 weeks.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Lodgement of an EIA Report, Additional Information and Public Consultation For

“PORT OF BELIZE CRUISE TOURISM FACILITY AND CARGO EXPANSION”

Located on Caesar Ridge Road, Port Loyola area, Belize City, Belize The General Public is hereby advised that Additional Information complementing the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report for the expansion of the Port of Belize cargo facility and the establishment of a cruise port terminal and cruise tourism village has been submitted by Port of Belize Limited & Belize Logistics Terminal Limited to the Department of the Environment (DOE). The EIA report was prepared by Nextera Environmental and Engineering Consultants and Piedroba Consulting Group LLC. The EIA report and its additional information will be reviewed by the National Environmental Appraisal Committee (NEAC) before a final decision is taken by the DOE. The General Public is hereby informed that both the EIA report and the additional information are available for public review, free of charge, and can be examined Monday to Friday during normal working hours (8:00 am to 5:00 pm) at the Port Loyola Library, National Library Service, Leo Bradley Library, Turton Library Center, all located within Belize City, and at the DOE’s Office located at 7552 Hummingbird Highway, Belmopan. Please practice social distancing when reviewing hard copies of the report and follow the recommendations of the Ministry of Health. Furthermore, the Additional Information, EIA report and its annexes are all available on the DOE’s website at link: https://doe.gov.bz/environmental-clearance/ The public is invited to submit their comments in writing on or before November 17, 2022, to the DOE Office in Belmopan or email: envirodept@environment.gov.bz; eiaunit@environment. gov.bz., or by link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd4x5SsLjYXU7CD649P1uFYeEPD6kPEGLVWAAFx44Rw3O48Rw/viewform?usp=sf_link Kindly be informed that a hybrid public consultation session for the EIA will be held on November 4, 2022, commencing at 6:30pm sharp. The in-person consultation will be held at the Best Western Biltmore Plaza Hotel and virtually via the Government of Belize Press Office Facebook Page.

The public is invited to participate in-person or virtually to this public consultation to express their concerns and/or provide comments/input to the DOE regarding this proposed project activity.

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MOHW Commemorates Global Handwashing Month 2022

PUBLIC AUCTION SALES: PROPERTIES

Santa Elena, Belmopan & Duck Run 2, Cayo District; Belize City, Belize District; Corozal Town, Corozal District

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees Messrs. The Belize Bank Limited, Licensed Auctioneers Kevin A. Castillo and Christiana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE via belizepropertyauctions.com the following properties. Sales currently running until 30th November 2022. Public Auction Sales will expire fortnightly on the dates and times listed on the website until these properties are sold.

1. Parcels Nos. 2711 & 2712 Corner San Narciso & Eden Streets, Santa Elena, Cayo District:

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(Being a fabulous two storey timber/concrete dwelling house [3,106 sq. ft.] containing: Ground Floor – Office + Laundry + Garage; First Floor - 3 Bedrooms + 3 Bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen + Spacious Verandas and Double Lots [1,266.033 S.M.] situate at corner San Narciso & Eden Streets, Santa Elena, Cayo District, the freehold property of Mr. Audomaro Bedran 2. Parcel No. 2025 Guatemala Street, Belmopan, Cayo District:

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(Being a concrete bungalow house [1,200 sq. ft.] containing 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom + 1 Kitchen + Living/Dining + Restaurant +1 Small Apartment [1 bedroom + 1 Bathroom] TOGETHER with lot [800.072 S.Y.] situate on Guatemala Street, Belmopan, Cayo District, the freehold property of Mr. Luis Peraza and Ms. Emily Peraza) 3. Parcel No. 1153 Majorie Liang Street, Port Loyola, Belize City:

October 15, 2022 - Global Handwashing Day 2022 is being celebrated today under the theme, “Unite for Universal Hand Hygiene.” This annual event, which is commemorated in partnership with UNICEF and the Water Sanitation and Hygiene Multi-Sectoral Body, is a global call to action to raise awareness of handwashing.

The Ministry of Health & Wellness and the WASH MSB continue to stress the importance of hand hygiene as it remains the first line of defense in preventing outbreaks. The solution to saving lives exists with soap and clean water.

Curbing the spread of water-borne diseases like cholera and diarrhea is critically important as the world faces natural disasters and humanitarian crises such as the disruption of water and sanitation systems, and even the displacement of populations to overcrowded areas. Awareness and education on water treatment and public health actions such as cleaning drinking water and delivering water purification tablets aim at preventing and controlling potential outbreaks. Thus, the multifaceted approach including water, sanitation and hygiene, along with social mobilisation, encourages national preparedness to respond.

Now that schools have reopened and resumed normal schedules, the ministry encourages maintaining high standards of hand hygiene. Encouraging the practice of handwashing hab-

its, especially among children and communities, is a key factor in promoting good health and well-being. Since the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic, handwashing efforts have scaled up through coordination with partners and continuing to promote these collective efforts will give handwashing the priority it deserves.

Throughout the month, activities will include hygiene promotion, education sessions and handwashing demonstrations at community centers, schools and during home visits conducted by the community health workers. Prevention messages, including the steps to clean and treat water, and emergency aid will continue to be disseminated with the assistance of local partners on the ground, including the Belize Red Cross. To mark the occasion in Belize, a health fair was held at Bella Vista R.C. School on Friday, October 14, with a display of children’s handwashing drawings, the unveiling of a mural, information booths, the donation of hygiene packages and handwashing stations to the school.

The Ministry of Health & Wellness along with the WASH Multi-Sectoral Body - UNICEF, the Belize Red Cross, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology, Rotary, and the Belize Social Investment Fund remain committed to water sanitation and hygiene.

As the world moves to a new normal following the pandemic, we must unite for universal hand hygiene.

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(Being a two storey concrete house [3399 sq. ft.] containing: Ground Floor – Recreation Room + 2 Bathrooms + Kitchen; First Floor – 4 Bedrooms + 3 Bathrooms + Living/Dining/Kitchen + Laundry + Verandah TOGETHER with lot [371.466 S.M.], the freehold property of Ms. Kimberly Haulzes) 4. Parcel No. 2094 Corner Fig & 26th Ceiba Streets, Corozal Town, Corozal District:

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(Being a concrete bungalow dwelling house [1,657 sq. ft.] containing 3 Bedrooms + 3 Bathrooms + Living/ Dining/Kitchen + Laundry/Storeroom TOGETHER with lot [5,507 sq. ft.], the freehold property of Mr. Ravey Vellos) 5. Lot No. 9 Duck Run 2 Village, Cayo District:

ALL THAT lot piece or parcel of land situated in Duck Run 2 Village, Cayo District, Belize being Lot No. 9 comprising of 0.45 acres as shown on Entry No. 15300 of Register No. 38 surveyed by J. Javier Depaz, Licensed Surveyor TOGETHER with all buildings and erections standing and being thereon.

(Being an elevated timber dwelling house [795 sq. ft.] containing 3 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen + Porch TOGETHER with lot [0.45 acre or 19,602 sq. ft.], the freehold property of Mr. Henry Klassen and Ms. Leticia Klassen) “FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & PHOTOGRAPHS PLEASE VISIT WEBSITE” TERMS: STRICTLY CASH KEVIN A. CASTILLO TELEPHONE: 223 4488

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DAY OF RAGE

BELIZE HIGH SCHOOL FABULOUS STUDENTS Belizean students won Gold. We are elated at the news.

They won gold in a faraway country, in a faraway idea. It was a competition concerning a futuristic idea about science and technology. It was about Robotics called the First Global Challenge Robotics Competition, held in Switzerland.

In the final round, Belize was required to partner with Botswana, Switzerland and Lithuania. All teams were required to partner with other teams. Puerto Rico and its partners won third place. Mexico and its partners took second place.

There were 180 teams from every corner of the world. The only time a country from the Caribbean did so well was when Jamaica took 15th place in 2018.

The college which captured gold is the Belize High School in Belize City.

Prime Minister John Briceño offered public congratulations to the students and their High School, as well as the teachers and the mentors who contributed to preparing the students. Education Minister Francis Fonseca was also quick to offer his proud congratulations to seven winning students, their high school, teachers and parents.

The Belizean students created a Robot, which they named Kaax, which is the name of a Maya God who is protector of all wildlife.

The fabulous students who have made us all so proud are – Melyra Choi, Tristian Bradley, Jaden Chen, Justin Zhou and Benny He. We couldn’t believe what we heard. Belize High School students scoring such a stupendous victory in creativity and scientific knowledge. This is fantastic. It is good news. It is positive news. The picture of the winning team should be framed and posted in all schools as an inspiration to every student in Belize. This is a story that needs to be told and retold.

Big up to the students, their teachers and their parents.

SAID MUSA IS HONOURED

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As the world stays distracted over lingering Covid, crippling inflation and a cruel conflict in Ukraine, the Israeli military machine bombed so called terrorist in a section of Syria and increased its brutality on the encircled Palestinians. It is a cruel occupation continuing unabated that has morphed into what looks like naked racism and apartheid against the Palestinians.

Palestinians in Jenin have declared a day of rage against the atrocities.

SAUDI PUNK UNCLE SAM There is an enormous volcano that erupted under the geopolitical ocean. It can be called Saudi Arabia juck America.

Saudi Arabia is the oil king of the Middle East oil producing countries. The Saudis can carry the price of oil upwards and they can carry it downwards. Two weeks ago, their decision to get OPEC to reduce oil production turned October in shocktober. It sent the mighty nation of America reeling towards the ropes.

America has been steadily losing its grip over large portions of the planet. Its proxy war against Russia has not been supported by Africa, or China, or Brazil or India. What Saudi Arabia has done is a clear turn around slap in your face by a spurned lover. It could help cause President Joe Biden to lose next month’s mid-term elections and become a lame duck President. And help bring back the Grand Master of the Ku Klux Klan and darling of USA racists; the one Donald Trump.

Is there any signs of these things in the book of Revelation?

“And I hear the angel with the seven seals say – Babylon throne gone down, gone down Babylon throne gone down” Bob Marley – Rastaman Chant

MORE HARD TIMES COMING Said Musa, the former two-time Prime Minister of our nation was honoured by the University of Belize last Friday.

Bill Lindo must be delighted. He been saying it all along. This system is a fraud. This This honour is particularly important, as it comes from the students, teachers and faceconomic system is a graveyard. Few get rich, majority stay poor. ulty of our prestigious Belizean university. It is well-deserved.

Now, it’s the IMF and the World Bank crying out that next year the world economy is Said Musa is an unlikely success story. The son of a Palestinian immigrant father and gonna be much worse. Much, much worse.

Belizean mother, he grew up in Cayo and sold panades and tamales as a youth. He gradWhat can Belize do? Stop waste money. uated from the Anglican High School of St. Michael’s College in Belize City, then S.J.C., We are wasteful people. then to Britain to become a lawyer.

Why we eating and drinking imported food when God gave us such a blessed land On his return to the land he loved, he became a Crown Counsel, the President of the Public Officers Union and then a rebel with a cause. And the rest, as is said, is history. and sea?

The situation is an emergency.

A glorious history of achievements and accomplishments. “We suggest that the Belize Times publish the history, or some of it, of Said Musa’s accomplishments as Minister and, later, Prime Minister. It is a song of inspiration. He was a huge contributor to Belize finally achieving its independence. He brought us the seminal N.H.I. National Health Insurance, NICH, Sport Council, helped draft our Constitution, appointed the Commission on Political Reform, third party vehicle insurance, and a long, long list of important achievements.

When he led his team which toppled the UDP in 1998, by the historic margin of 28 to 3 seats, he did so by assembling the most dynamic political team ever assembled in Belize Solid Waste Management Authority Institution:Institution: Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Development Bank the history of our country.

Institution:Inter-American Inter-American Development Bank(IDB) (IDB) of the And don’t overlook the ten thousand houses and one thousand new classrooms, Country: as Country: Belize Country: Belize Belize Ministry of Natural Resources, Petroleum and Mining well as the massive potable water and rural electrification ever undertaken. There were Project: Solid Waste IIII(SWMPII) Project: Solid WasteManagement ManagementProject Project (SWMPII) Project: Solid Waste Management II (SWMPII) nurses and doctors all over the country, thanks to his solid friendship with the hero of the InvitationProject to Quote (ITQ)- Motor Vehicle Sector: Waste WasteManagement Management Sector: Cuban revolution.

Sector: Waste Management Said was valiant and bold enough to change the Oath of Allegiance in the ConstituAbstract: Project Engineer Abstract: Project Engineer TheProject Government Abstract: Engineer of Belize (GOB) has received financing from the tion, removing the age-old requirement of swearing allegiance to the Queen, Her Heirs Loan No.:3684/OC-BL 3684/OC-BL Loan No.: InterAmerican Development Bank (IDB), towards the cost of the Solid and Successors and replacing it with allegiance to our people and Constitution.

Loan No.: 3684/OC-BL Deadline: October 11,2022 2022 Deadline: October 11, Waste Management Project II and intends to apply part of the proceeds And let the record show that he promulgated a new Referendum Law, and included Deadline: October 11, 2022 provisions that any effort to weaken the fundamental human rights of Belizeans could not towards the supply,Belize delivery, andreceived maintenance ofthe a motor vehicle.

The GovernmentofofBelize (GOB)has hasreceived financingfrom fromthe Inter- American American Development The Government (GOB) financing Intertake place unless approved by the citizens of Belize in a special referendum.

Bank (IDB),towards towardsthe thecost costofofthe theSolid SolidWaste WasteManagement ManagementProject Project II and and intends intends to to apply apply part Bank (IDB), part The University of Belize award to our former party leader and two-time Prime MinThe Government of Belizetowards (GOB) has received financing from the Inter- IIAmerican Development proceeds hiring Project Engineer. ofof thetheproceeds towards totohiring ofofaaProject Engineer.

The Belize Solid Waste Management Authority now invites eligible ister is a fitting and just decision. It speaks to a new thinking within the corridors of our Bank (IDB), towards the cost of the Solid Waste Management Project II and intends to apply part of the proceeds towards toofthe hiring of a Project Engineer. bidders to submit aconsultancy sealed quotation theSolid Supply, Delivery Authority and MainUniversity.

The objective theconsultancy assistthe thefor Belize Solid Waste Management Management Authority in The objective of isistotoassist Belize Waste in the the supervisionofof(i)(i)consultancy consultancyfor forthe thePreparation Preparationof ofTender Tender Documents Documents and and Supervision Supervision of They can no longer be seen as staid, conservative and status quo. supervision of the the tenance of the following item: Design and Constructionof Additional Cellatatthe theMile Mile 24Sanitary Sanitary Landfill and and (ii) supervision supervision The objective of the consultancy isofthe totheassist the Belize Solid Waste Management Authority in the Design and Construction Additional Cell 24 Landfill (ii) Way to go U.B. of consulting firmor orindividual individual consultant contracted forthe theintermediate intermediate berm at at the the Mile Mile 24 thethe firm consultant berm 24 supervisionofof (i)consulting consultancy for the Preparation ofcontracted Tender for Documents and Supervision of the Finally, let it be said, Said Musa was a man for all seasons. Fame and fortune never Regional SanitaryLandfill.

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ITEM QUANTITY Regional Sanitary Design and Construction of the Additional Cell at the Mile 24 Sanitary Landfill and (ii) supervision changed his essential qualities. He was always a human being ready to empathize with of the consulting firm orSolid individual consultant contracted forExecuting the intermediate berminvites at theinterested Mile 24 TheBelize Belize WasteManagement Management Authority,the the Agency, now now those who needed a helping hand. There was never an ounce of arrogance in his nature.

The Solid Waste Authority, Executing Agency, invites interested 4x4 Crew Cab Pickup Truck 1 eligible individual consultant to submit Expressions of Interest indicating qualification Regional Sanitary Landfill.

He was a regular churchgoer and a family man, and rightly proud of all his illustrious chileligible individual consultant to submit Expressions of Interest indicating qualification and and experiencerequired requiredtotoprovide providethese theseconsultancy consultancyservices serviceslisted listedbelow. below. experience dren.

The Belize Solid information Waste Management Authority, the Executing interested Further and the Invitation to QuoteAgency, (ITQ) now mayinvites be obtained, It was Said Musa’s vision and iron determination that one year after becoming Prime A) SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES eligible individual consultant to submit Expressions of Interest indicating qualification and A) SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Minister our nation could justly boast of having its own national university – the University freerequired of cost, by interested bidders services by writing the email address below. experience to provide these listedto below.

The responsibilities of the consultancy Project Engineer (PE) include, but are not limited to: of Belize.

The responsibilities of the Project Engineer (PE) include, but are not limited to:

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a. can Supervision of the consultant hired for the Preparation of Tender Documents and A) SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES All ITQs be delivered or emailed to the the address below later than a. Supervision of the consultant hired for Preparation of TendernoDocuments and Supervision of the Design and Construction of the Additional Cell at the Mile 24 Sanitary

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Landfill, including professional review of all and transmittal toLate the Director The responsibilities of the Project Engineer (PE) include, but are not limited to: Landfill, including professional review of all submissions and transmittal to the Director and other key stakeholders.

As if to confirm that the University is under new, progressive leadership with a new ITQs willand beother rejected. key stakeholders.

Principal, new Board Chairmen and members and forward looking staff; U.B. awarded a. Supervision of the consultant hired for the Preparation of Tender Documents and As part of the professional review the PE must: Supervision the Design and Construction of the Additional Cell at the Mile 24 Sanitary Lord Rhaburn with an Honorary Doctorate of Arts.

Asof part the professional review thethe PE must: • ofAcquaint him/herself with tailored solution preliminary proposed by the Procurement cer him/herself Landfill, including professional review of all submissions andpreliminary transmittalproposed to the Director Lord Rhaburn is the undisputed genius of his musical genre – the Calypso and soul • Offi Acquaint with the tailored solution by the supervision of design and construction firm. ofand design and Authority construction and other key stakeholders.

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Ministry of Labour Historic Labour Complaints Tribunal

The Ministry of Rural Transformation, Community Development, Labour and Local Government hereby notifies the public that the Labour Complaints Tribunal is now fully appointed and functional for the first time in the history of Belize. The tribunal was appointed by Hon. Oscar Requena as Minister of Labour in accordance with Section 200 of the Labour Act, Chapter 297 of the Substantive Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2020, “A Labour Complaints Tribunal shall be established for the purpose of providing a fair and impartial appeal process arising from complaints of unfair dismissal or wrongful termination.”

The tribunal commenced operations on March 4, 2022, by first putting in place a critical case management system and procedures. Its first decision was delivered on October 12, 2022.

The Labour Complaints Tribunal consists of five members: a member nominated by the Chief Justice, a member who is the representative of employers nominated by the Belize

Chamber of Commerce and Industry, a representative of workers nominated by the National Trade Union Congress of Belize, a member nominated by the Minister of Labour and the Commissioner of Labour as an ex-officio member.

The members are as follows: Mr. Anthony Sylvestre, Attorney-at-Law, Chairperson; 1. Ms. Ashanti Arthurs-Marin, Attorney-at-Law, member nominated by the Chief Justice; 2. Ms. Jacqueline Jex, member nominated by the Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry; 3. Ms. Ella Waight, member nominated by the National Trade Union Congress of Belize; and 4. Commissioner of Labour, Ex-Officio Member The Ministry of Labour is committed to the proper and lawful management of the labour market by ensuring that the rights of workers and employers are fully protected under law. Workers who wish to bring a case before the tribunal can contact any district labour office for more information.

Ministry of Health & Wellness to Celebrate Dental Health Week The Ministry of Health & Wellness, through its Dental Department, invites the public to join in celebrating Dental Health Week from October 23 to 29, 2022, under the theme “Good Oral Health is the Best Wealth.” This week will be focused on the continued emphasis on the importance of regular and proper brushing of teeth to reduce unnecessary dental expenses and visits as well as sick leave.

While the prevalence of dental caries in the Americas has decreased since 1995, oral disease continues to be high compared to other parts of the world. Oral health is a critical aspect of public health in the Americas because of its contribution to overall morbidity, the high costs of treatment, and the increase in oral health inequities. Scientific evidence also shows a causal relationship between oral health and health in general.

Public dental clinics countrywide will be promoting the importance of

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GOVERNMENT OF BELIZE MINISTRY OF FINANCE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND INVESTMENT INVITATION TO QUOTE OFFICE CLEANING SERVICE FOR THE BELIZE INTEGRAL SECURITY PROGRAMME (BISP) Nº CABEI-CS-004-2147/2022 October 21, 2022 BACKGROUND The Government of Belize (GOB) is implementing a security programme with the overall objective to contribute to improving the quality of life of Belizeans and supporting regional efforts that seek to combat crime. The key goal of the Belize Integral Security Programme (BISP) is to strengthen citizen security by providing support to those institutions directly engaged in maintaining national security. The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI), as part of the services it provides to its beneficiary member countries, is providing the total financing for the procurement of a consultant to fill the role of Procurement Officer in the framework of the Belize Integral Security Programme (BISP). The Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, and Investment will be responsible for the execution of the Programme and all its components, reporting all progress to CABEI and ensuring the execution of each component under the terms established for CABEI formulation and approval. The execution of BISP components will be carried out by the Co-Executors: Belize Police Department, Belize Defence Force, Belize Coast Guard and National Forensic Science Services.

The General objective of the service to be contracted is to provide general cleaning services for the office of the Programme Executing Unit.

The Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment now invites interested consultants to submit their price quotations along with their respective resumes to participate in the selection process for the provision of Cleaning Services with the Belize Integral Security Programme (BISP).

SCOPE OF WORK The Office Cleaner will be responsible to maintain the cleanliness and orderly conditions of all office spaces. In doing so the Office Cleaner must comply with the following functions: • Cleaning of the office spaces, conference room, restrooms, storeroom, kitchen, and dusting and polishing of its furniture and cleaning of equipment and appliances • Disposal of office and kitchen garbage • Notify management of occurring defects or needs for repairs to equipment and/or appliances • Secure facilities after operating hours by locking doors, closing windows, turning off lights and Air conditioning units • Perform any other duties assigned from time to time SUPERVISION AND REPORTING The Office Cleaner will work under the general guidance of the Administrative Assistant and report directly to the Administrative Assistant and the Project Coordinator. The position will be based at the Project Executing Unit’s office located at #1904 Constitution Drive, 2nd floor, Unit#3, Belmopan City.

good oral health through various activities, which include a quiz and poster competition, radio jingle, and the distribution of incentives and healthy snacks to school children, support staff and medical personnel. The public is invited to participate at their nearest dental clinic.

The Dental Department congratulates all its dentists and dental assistants, recognizing them as ‘frontline dental workers’ because of the close relationship shared with their patients during oral procedures.

By protecting and caring for your teeth at all times, you help to protect the health of our nation.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE The potential service provider must submit documentation to support experience and academic qualifications • At least two (2) years experience in providing cleaning services in a professional organizational setting • Clean Police Record • In possession of a Social Security Card that is valid for employment in Belize • Fluent in English • At least one (1) letter of reference from a previous or current employer • Resume TERMS The Office Cleaner will be selected by a competitive process in accordance with the Policy for the Procurement of Goods, Works, Services and Consultancies with CABEI resources and its Norms for Application (DI-52/2020 / PRE-40/2021). The duration of the service provision period is for 27 months. The post will be for one year, in the first instance, subject to an annual review and evaluation, Salary will be commensurate with the requirements of the post and the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

Interested eligible Service Providers may obtain further information and a complete Terms of Reference from the Programme Execution Unit of the BISP. Requests should be addressed to projectcoordinator.bisp@med.gov.bz during office hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. local time from Monday to Friday; or you can visit the Ministry of Economic Development’s webpage, www.med.gov.bz to download the Terms of Reference. Additionally, the consultancy announcement can be found on the Belize Procurement Notice Board’s webpage https://blz-cppnb.caricom.org/epps/home.do . Further information can be received by calling: 822-0156 The deadline for submission of Price Quotations is Monday, November 7th, 2022. Quotations along with Resume and supporting documentation (Diplomas, Certificates, References, etc.), can be sent via electronic mail (email) to projectcoordinator.bisp@med.gov.bz and copied to procurementofficer.bisp@med.gov.bz with the subject heading: Ref: Nº CABEI-CS-004-2147/2022 Office Cleaner or via direct mail or hand delivered to the address indicated below by 9:00 a.m. on Monday, November 7th, 2022.

Project Coordinator Belize Integral Security Programme (BISP) 1904 Constitution Drive, 2nd Floor, Unite #3 Belmopan City, Belize C.A. LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

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Foreign Minister Bids Farewell to Qatar’s Outgoing Chargé D'affaires

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Individual Consultancy Project Support Officer Institution: Country: Project: Sector: Project No.: Operation No: Deadline:

Ministry of Finance BELIZE Strengthening of Tax Administration Project Finance BL-L10315 4839/OC-BL Friday, November 4, 2022, at 4:00 pm local Belize time

The Government of Belize (GoB) has entered into a US$ 14 Million Loan Contract Agreement (No. 4839/ OC-BL) with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) for the execution of a five-year tax modernization project entitled “Strengthening of Tax Administration”. The main beneficiaries of the Project are: (a) the Government, which will have more revenues to implement its public policies; (b) taxpayers, who will have more support and a digital environment to fulfil their tax obligations; and (c) the population, from the government policies implemented. The Ministry intends to apply a part of the proceeds towards payments for the services of Project Support Officer.

October 18, 2022 - Hon. Eamon Courtenay, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Immigration, bid farewell to Mr. Tariq Al-Othman, Chargé D'affaires at the Embassy of Qatar in El Salvador, accredited to Belize.

Hon. Courtenay thanked Mr. Al-Othman for laying the foundation to strengthen and expand amicable ties between Belize and Qatar. During his tenure, Qatar and Belize saw the strengthening of the legal framework with the negotiations of several cooperation agreements covering areas such as education, visa waiver, air services, news exchange, housing and culture. The Air Services Agreement was signed in October 2021, followed by the Memorandum of Understanding for the Establishment of Political Consultations in June 2022. Mr. Al-Othman was also instrumental in arranging a successful visit to Belize by a delegation from Qatar headed by the Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar during which the first political consultation meeting was convened between both countries.

The minister honoured the efforts of Mr. Al Othman by presenting him with a Key of Friendship for his accomplishments and willingness in engaging with Belize and wished him every success on his next assignment.

MOHW Celebrates International Infection Prevention and Control Week The Ministry of Health & Wellness joins the world in celebrating International Infection Prevention and Control Week from October 17 to 21, 2022, under the theme “Spread Prevention - not infection!” The theme was chosen during the global pandemic as a call to be more proactive to prevent infections rather than being reactive and having to treat infections.

Infection Prevention and Control Week is an opportunity to celebrate the valuable work of those engaged in infection prevention and control (IPC). Infection perfectionists are professionals such as doctors, nurses and epidemiologists who ensure practices are upheld among healthcare workers and patients to prevent infections.

Belize has grown tremendously in the area of IPC. The country’s formal IPC Program has led to inter-collaboration between the public IPC and the private facility system to improve quality assurance for the entire country. It has been used to reduce risk factors in health settings and also to reduce and stop the transmission of diseases in the wards and improve licensing standards and health services countrywide. Through the program, health professionals have gained increased knowledge through continuous training in IPC measures for health facility settings. Belize has been recognized for this program and was invited this year to participate at a Caribbean forum to present the country’s successes in IPC. This year, the Ministry of Health & Wellness has scheduled several national and local activities in response to this international week including talk show appearances, an IPC fair at the Belmopan Civic Center on October 18, 2022, school visits and activities at the district level, and active engagement of staff at public facilities across the country.

The ministry extends its appreciation to PAHO/WHO for the work and support they continue to provide through IPC best practices. The public is encouraged to practice standard precaution measures (hand hygiene, cough etiquette, social distancing and environmental sanitation) as they interact with others, especially persons who are hospitalized.

Infection prevention and control is a practical, evidence-based approach which prevents patients and health workers from becoming affected by a wide range of infections as well as helps to prevent antimicrobial resistance that threatens the effective prevention and treatment of infections caused by bacteria, parasites, viruses and fungi.

The objective of the position is to provide general administrative and clerical support to the PEU in compliance with IDB and national regulations.

The Project Support Officer is responsible for the overall daily affairs of the PEU as it pertains to the effective and successful completion of the various activities under the project portfolio of the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and ensuring that all Projects’ activities are executed in accordance with the applicable MoF and the Bank’s requirements.

The main responsibilities of the Project Support officer include, among others: (a)Provide secretarial services for the PEU. (b)Provide clerical services for the PEU. (c)Work closely with the project team in coordination of a wide range of activities in order to meet project and organizational objectives, targets and demands. (d)Work closely with the project team to ensure that internal and external policies and procedures are followed. (e)Maintaining an adequate filing system for the PEU records, including the payment records, among others.

Qualification and Experience requirements: Education: Associate degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or related fields. Participation in relevant courses/training in fields of project management, Microsoft Project, time-management, computer skills, Microsoft Office would also be considered an asset.

General Experience: A minimum of two (2) years general working experience.

Specific Experience: •A minimum of one (1) year of work experience in performing administrative support services and/ or secretarial duties.

•One (1) year experience working with SmartStream system is considered an asset.

•One (1) year experience working with international or national development agencies is considered an asset.

•One (1) year experience working with Microsoft Project is considered an asset.

Skills: (a) knowledge of records management is an asset; (b) Have excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office; (c) task orientated and able to prioritize projects, multitask and meet tight deadlines; (d) fluent in written and spoken English with the ability to express data in a concise and clear manner; (e) team player and possess strong self-motivation and initiative; (f) professional, honest and display strong business ethics and integrity.

Consultants will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the Inter-American Development Bank: Policies for the Selection and Contracting of Consultants financed by the Inter-American Development Bank GN-2350-15 section 5 – individual consultants and is open to all eligible candidates as defined in the IDB policies.

Expression of Interest package should contain: (i)Cover letter briefly explaining interest, experience, and competence of the consultant (ii)Comprehensive resume with the Individual Consultant’s experience in the assignment of similar nature. Description of similar assignments specifying start and end dates of assignments. Please provide dates, name of employing organization, titles of positions held, types of activities performed and location of the assignment. (iii)Copy of degrees/certificates (iv)List of at least two references (v)Proof of nationality: copy of documentation of nationality Interested individuals may obtain further information and request the full Terms of Reference for this post at the address below during the hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm local Belize time, Monday to Friday.

Qualified Individual Consultant must submit their expression of interest via e-mail to Michelle.Longsworth@bts.gov.bz no later than 4:00 p.m., Friday, November 4, 2022, marked STAP- Project Support Officer in the subject header; or applicants may also submit a hardcopy at the following address: Director General Belize Tax Service Strengthening of Tax Administration Project Eleanor Hall Building Lake I. Boulevard, Belize City For clarifications kindly contact: Procurement Specialist Strengthening of Tax Administration Project Ministry of Finance Eleanor Hall Building Lake I. Boulevard, Belize City Email: tamara.tingling@mof.gov.bz

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Dear Editor, Last Saturday, I was invited to PUP National Party Council meeting to receive an award, not just any award, but the Prime Minister’s award. I am deeply humbled and honored to have received this award from the Prime Minister himself. The Prime Minister is a humble man who cares for people and who cares for our country. He listens to the people and tries his best to help in every way possible. The PM has great leadership qualities that are unmatched.

The PUP with the leadership of John Briceño has hit the ground running from the day after elections, in November 2020.

There are so many positive developments happening all across this country. Belize is fast becoming a vibrant and prosperous nation to live in.

Gone are the days when there was nothing happening under the UDP, the country was stagnant with only a few reaping and raping this country putting the masses in poverty. Under the UDP everything was a hustle, every government department was infected with the hustle virus. Belize was on the brink of disaster.

Thanks to the PUP under John Briceño and all the hard work and vision in putting this country back on the right path.

Signed…

Chris Williams Editor’s Note: Our Belize Times Desktop Publisher, Chris Williams, was awarded by PM Briceño with the Party Leader Award for Chris’ years of service to this newspaper and therefore to the People’s United Party. PM Briceño emphasized to the NPC gathering that Chris has given much of his life to the newspaper and that he is being recognized for that reason. The NPC was held on Saturday 15th October at the SCA auditorium.

Chris Williams was recognized on stage in front of hundreds of PUP delegates from across the country representing constituencies, municipalities, the PUP, Village Councils, the BYM, UWG, and the PUP Marshalls.

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Individual Consultant Project Coordinator Institution: Country: Project: Sector: Project No.: Operation No: Deadline:

Ministry of Finance BELIZE Strengthening of Tax Administration Project Finance BL-L1031 4839/OC-BL Friday, November 4, 2022, at 4:00 pm local Belize time

The Government of Belize (GoB) has entered into a US$ 14 Million Loan Contract Agreement (No. 4839/OC-BL) with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) for the execution of a five-year tax modernization project entitled “Strengthening of Tax Administration”. The main beneficiaries of the Project are: (a) the Government, which will have more revenues to implement its public policies; (b) taxpayers, who will have more support and a digital environment to fulfil their tax obligations; and (c) the population, from the government policies implemented. The Ministry intends to apply a part of the proceeds towards payments for the services of Project Support Officer.

The objective of the position is to provide the necessary strategic, governance, organizational and administrative leadership for the Project, ensuring the effective allocation of resources, providing the financial and technical direction of the Project towards the attainment of the goals and targets, leading the physical and financial progress reporting, and serving as the main focal point of the Project with the BTS, the MoF and other public and private institutions.

The Project Coordinator is responsible for leading and guiding all matters pertaining to the effective, efficient and transparent implementation of the Project BLL1031, through the technical, administrative and financial management of the PEU, in accordance with the procedures and stipulations contained in the Program Operational Manual (POM) and in compliance with the Loan Contract.

The main responsibilities of the Project Coordinator include, among others: a.Implementing the intra- and inter-institutional coordination mechanisms with the BTS, the MOF and other public and private organizations related to and/or beneficiaries of the Project b.Promoting and disseminating the Project among beneficiaries, public entities, and other stakeholders. c.In close coordination with the pertinent technical and administrative personnel of the BTS and the MoF, guiding the strategic and operations planning activities of the Project. d.Monitoring the activities of the Project in compliance with its global strategic objectives and those of its individual technical components, as well as the targets established in the Project. e.Implementing the Programs’ risk management mechanisms on the basis of the IDB tool Risk Management in Projects with Sovereign Guarantee (RMP), taking into consideration the assessment and evolution of the risk factors, the factors of probability and impact, and risk mitigation measures. f.Guiding the preparation, the periodic physical and financial progress reports to be submitted to BTS, MoF, MED, and the Bank. g.Presenting to the Bank the required data, reports and other documentation of the Project as a whole and its individual components, as established in the Loan Contract.

Qualification and Experience requirements: Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Business Management, Project Management or related fields. Certification in Project Management or a master’s degree in a related field would be an asset. Participation in relevant courses/trainings in procurement, project management, time management, leadership, Microsoft Projects, or similar, would also be considered an asset.

General Experience: A minimum of five (5) years general working experience.

Specific Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of experience working in project management including administration, monitoring, control and evaluation.

Previous work with investments projects funded by international development agencies is a plus.

Skills: The following skills are highly desirable: • • • • • • • • •

Knowledge of Records Management Experience supervising staff Experience in Report Writing Knowledge and experience working with Microsoft Office, QuickBooks or similar accounting software Excellent oral and written command of the English language Strong organizational and time management skills and ability to multi-task, with ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities Solid team management, leadership and delegation skills and ability to coordinate functional activities of multiple actors Strong team player Strong work ethics

Consultants will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the Inter-American Development Bank: Policies for the Selection and Contracting of Consultants financed by the Inter-American Development Bank GN-2350-15 section 5 – individual consultants and is open to all eligible candidates as defined in the IDB policies.

Expression of Interest package should contain: (i)Cover letter briefly explaining interest, experience, and competence of the consultant (ii)Comprehensive resume with the Individual Consultant’s experience in the assignment of similar nature. Description of similar assignments specifying start and end dates of assignments. Please provide dates, name of employing organization, titles of positions held, types of activities performed and location of the assignment. (iii)Copy of degrees/certificates (iv)List of at least two references (v)Proof of nationality: copy of documentation of nationality Interested individuals may obtain further information and request the full Terms of Reference for this post at the address below during the hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm local Belize time, Monday to Friday.

Qualified Individual Consultant must submit their expression of interest via e-mail to Michelle.Longsworth@bts.gov.bz no later than 4:00 p.m., Friday, November 4, 2022, marked STAP- Project Coordinator in the subject header; or applicants may also submit a hardcopy at the following address: Director General Belize Tax Service Strengthening of Tax Administration Project Eleanor Hall Building Lake I. Boulevard, Belize City For clarifications kindly contact: Procurement Specialist Strengthening of Tax Administration Project Ministry of Finance Eleanor Hall Building Lake I. Boulevard, Belize City Email: tamara.tingling@mof.gov.bz

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The Belize district girls enjoyed a 3-2 victory over the San Pedro girls when the Football Federation of Belize Under-13 tournament kicked off at the MCC grounds in Belize City on Saturday afternoon, October 15.

Tamile McCauley struck first 18’ for San Pedro in the first, but Belize led 2-1 with goals by Oceanna Castillo 30’ and Maleah Bladen 33’ in the second period.

Teresita Diaz equalized 2-2 for San Pedro at 49’ but a late goal by Amina Burgess 51’ gave the Belize girls the 3-2 win.

In other matches around the league, at the People’s Stadium, Yancy Chan’s brace 17’ and 46’ gave the Corozal girls the 2-1 win over the Orange Walk girls, after Ziany Santos had equalized at 30’.

At the Marshalleck Stadium, the Cayo girls marched over the Benque Viejo girls 11-0, led by Aneeke Meza’s beaver hat trick: 2’, 6’, 7’, 11’ and 47’! Jahxann Waight scored a brace: 1’ and 54’ , and a goal each from Eva Chuc 9’, Jemma August 19’, Marley Garcia 22’ and Tiana Labriel 36’.

At the Victor Sanchez Union Field, the Mid South girls triumphed 5-0 over the Toledo girls with a brace each from Riann Acal 25’ and 44’ and Haylee Villanueva 50’ and 57’, after Amara Coe scored the opening goal 13’.

At the Carl Ramos Stadium, Jolene Aranda’s brace 18’ and 21’ led the Stann Creek girls to a 2-1 win over the Belmopan girls, whose only tally came from Emely Rodriguez 45’.

Upcoming games on Saturday, October 22 Belize District - Orange Walk - People’s Stadium Cayo - Corozal - Andres Campos Stadium Benque Viejo - San Pedro - Ambergris Stadium Toledo - Belmopan Isidoro - Beaton Stadium Stann Creek - Mid-South - Michael Ashcroft Stadium

San Pedro girls scored 2 goals vs Belize

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FFB’s Female Under-13 Tournament Kicks Off

Belize U13 girls win 3-2 vs San Pedro

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BELTRAIDE, VACANCY, Export Business Advisor The BELTRAIDE is seeking the services of a dynamic and proactive individual to fill the post of Export Business Advisor at its EXPORTBelize Unit. The incumbent will actively participate in export development and trade promotion programs that will assist Belize’s export sector to increase, diversify and consolidate their exports, as well as increase their competiveness and sustainability.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Proactively explore the local market for potential Belizean export industries or products (goods and services) with export potential and interest to meet demands of the international market; • Compile sector and market research and prepare and maintain market profiles and other fact sheet to promote to targeted export markets; • Identify trading opportunities in foreign markets for Belizean exports (including those provided under the trade agreements); • Engage Belize mission abroad to assist in accessing emerging markets by providing market/sector information and intelligence that can guide promotion efforts; • Facilitate linkages, match-making opportunities and negotiations between Belizean exporters and international buyers; • Conduct, coordinate and participate in seminars, awareness programs, missions, forums and exhibition to support and promote Belize’s Export sector; • Develop and implement training, coaching, and mentoring programs to build the capacity of local companies to compete in both domestic and international markets; • Coordinate successful participation of BELTRAIDE, Belizean exporters, and other agencies in relevant trade shows/missions, national tours, buyer-seller meets and other promotional events; including conducting presentations on trade opportunities • Liaises with relevant departments and Ministries to facilitate exporters and potential exports in obtaining relevant licenses and permits and to act as the bridge between private and public sectors; • Provide specialized advising to exporters and develop implementable actions plans to address individual challenges to improve their competiveness and sustainability; • Liaises with financial institutions to act as a bridge between them and private enterprises needing assistance in accessing export finance; • Conduct market research of targeted markets to determine market entry and other requirements and promotional strategies; • Conduct research to identify relevant technical assistance sources and other export support programs through regional and international development agencies; • Execute any other relevant duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Trade, Economics, Business Management, Marketing, Enterprise Development, Project Management, or related field • Minimum of two (2) years working experience in trade or business development • Experience working with the Export sector an asset SALARY: Based on experience and qualifications APPLICATION DEADLINE: • Qualified candidates should submit their cover letter, updated Resume/CV, two (2) letters of reference (one must be from current or last employer), copy of ID (SSB) by Friday, October 28, 2022.

Belize's Maleah Bladen scored 2-1

SUBMIT APPLICATION PACKAGE: Via email to: hr@belizeinvest.org.bz In the Subject indicate your name and post you are applying for (Subject: NAME-POST)

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION VISIT: https://www.beltraide.bz/publications.html https://www.facebook.com/BELTRAIDE/ (501) 822-3737 or 822-3607

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BELTRAIDE, VACANCY, Business Advisor To provide management and technical assistance and information services to small businesses and to assist the Manager with the overall operation of the programme. The successful candidate will provide counselling on all aspects of small business operations, including marketing, management, accounting, personnel, with special emphasis on financing small businesses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Plan, prepare and deliver job preparedness and capacity building training; • Facilitate learning through a variety of delivery methods including classroom instruction and virtual trainings; • Track and report on training outcomes, such as number of participants, subjects and subject level, and other predetermined indications; • Assist in the organization, development or sourcing of training programs to meet specific training needs of client-enterprises; • Assist in the revision of training aids, such as manuals and handbooks and other related items as needed; • Work closely with Curriculum Development Officer to design and apply assessment tools to measure training effectiveness and impact; • Evaluate and make recommendations on training material and methodology; • Source instructors from the community for specialized programs and coordinate the activities for these instructors; • Responsible for administering and analyzing training evaluations from both training participants and client-enterprises; • Carry out all organisational and administrative work, preparation and marking associated with teaching responsibilities. To include, but not limited to, the provision of lesson plans, schemes of work, assessment schedules and the completion of Individuals Learning plan (E-ILPs) including any associated records.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, Management, or equivalent • Minimum of two (2) year in training, education, curriculum development, Customer Service or project management • Second language is a requirement, preferably Spanish • Excellent time management skills/ ability to prioritize and deliver planned results in a fast paced environment • Proactive communicator, problem solver and goal oriented • Have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) • Ability to present and communicate effectively in front of varied populations

BELTRAIDE, VACANCY, Training Facilitator The BELTRAIDE is seeking the services of a dynamic and proactive individual to fill the post of Training Facilitator at its Belize Training & Employment Centre (BTEC). The successful candidate will be responsible to develop, coordinate, and facilitate training workshops and seminars. They will create and deliver job preparedness trainings and education programs in a formal and informal settings for adult learners nationwide.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Plan, prepare and deliver job preparedness and capacity building training; • Facilitate learning through a variety of delivery methods including classroom instruction and virtual trainings; • Track and report on training outcomes, such as number of participants, subjects and subject level, and other predetermined indications; • Assist in the organization, development or sourcing of training programs to meet specific training needs of client-enterprises; • Assist in the revision of training aids, such as manuals and handbooks and other related items as needed; • Work closely with Curriculum Development Officer to design and apply assessment tools to measure training effectiveness and impact; • Evaluate and make recommendations on training material and methodology; • Source instructors from the community for specialized programs and coordinate the activities for these instructors; • Responsible for administering and analyzing training evaluations from both training participants and client-enterprises; • Carry out all organisational and administrative work, preparation and marking associated with teaching responsibilities. To include, but not limited to, the provision of lesson plans, schemes of work, assessment schedules and the completion of Individuals Learning plan (E-ILPs) including any associated records.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, Management, or equivalent • Minimum of two (2) year in training, education, curriculum development, Customer Service or project management • Second language is a requirement, preferably Spanish • Excellent time management skills/ ability to prioritize and deliver planned results in a fast paced environment • Proactive communicator, problem solver and goal oriented • Have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) • Ability to present and communicate effectively in front of varied populations

SALARY: Based on experience and qualifications SALARY: Based on experience and qualifications APPLICATION DEADLINE: • Qualified candidates should submit their cover letter, updated Resume/CV, two (2) letters of reference (one must be from current or last employer), copy of ID (SSB) by Friday, October 28, 2022.

SUBMIT APPLICATION PACKAGE: Via email to: hr@belizeinvest. org.bz In the Subject indicate your name and post you are applying for (Subject: NAME-POST)

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION VISIT: https://www.beltraide.bz/publications. html https://www.facebook.com/BELTRAIDE/ (501) 822-3737 or 822-3607

APPLICATION DEADLINE: • Qualified candidates should submit their cover letter, updated Resume/CV, two (2) letters of reference (one must be from current or last employer), copy of ID (SSB) by Friday, October 28, 2022.

SUBMIT APPLICATION PACKAGE: Via email to: hr@belizeinvest. org.bz In the Subject indicate your name and post you are applying for (Subject: NAME-POST)

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION VISIT: https://www.beltraide.bz/publications. html https://www.facebook.com/BELTRAIDE/ (501) 822-3737 or 822-3607

Fortis Belize Limited Formerly BECOL Holds 25 SEPCeremony for New Corporate Offices in Cayo District Opening

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NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the

below company has been dissolved and struck off the International Business Companies Register with effect from the date indicated: CORAL BAY ENTERPRISES INC. – 11th October, 2022

Sucre & Sucre (Belize) Limited Registered Agent NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT OF DISSOLUTION

Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the company Inversiones Lita Inc. (“the Company”) incorporated under the IBC Act of Belize commenced dissolution on the 28th day of September, 2022; and Mr. Royers Alvarado Casares of Centro Comercial Distrito 4 Guachipelin, Escazú, Costa Rica is the Liquidator of the Company, and any claims against the company should be forwarded to the Liquidator within 30 days from commencement.

GCC Corporate Consultants Group Limited Registered Agent

NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT OF DISSOLUTION

Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the company Blue Canyon Investments Ltd. (“the Company”) incorporated under the IBC Act of Belize commenced dissolution on the 11th day of October, 2022; and Lisa Lim Mei Jing of 1 Raffles Place, #28-02 Singapore 048616 is the Liquidator of the Company, and any claims against the company should be forwarded to the Liquidator within 30on daysJanuary from commencement. sentatives 17, 2020 Icaza Belize Trust Corporation Limited

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THIRD NOTICE Pursuant to Section 10 (3) of the Belize Mines and Minerals Act, Chapter 226, Substantive Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2000 2003, Victor Miranda on behalf of Twinkling Assets Ltd., has applied to the Honourable Minister of Natural Resources, through the Inspector of Mines, Mining Unit; for a license to extract sand from the seabed adjacent to Caye Chapel, Belize District. The area to be mined is bounded between UTM Co-ordinates: 1) 2) 3)

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The area to be mined comprises approximately ninety-one (91) acres.

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VACANCY: JOB OPPORTUNITY Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following post in the Operations Department. In the Port’s continued effort to promote diversity, both females/males, are encouraged to apply for the available post.

ASSISTANT OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR Reports to: Cargo Operations Manager Summary of Responsibilities: The Assistant Operations Supervisor will report to the Cargo Operations Manager and will assist with the supervision of all container movement and operations personnel. He or she will be responsible for preparing vessel worked forms to Accounts Department for billing and statistical/Operational reports. Able to check reefer plugins, read and calculate charges. Learn newly implemented Octopi Terminal Operating System, training to be provided. Assist COM with preparing gang order for vessels and reefer cargo information. This post is fun and challenging, come prepared for a new venture.

Job Responsibilities: Summary of Responsibilities: The Assistant Operations Supervisor will report to the Cargo Operations Manager (COM) and will assist with the supervision of all container movement and operations personnel. He or she will be responsible for preparing vessel worked forms to Accounts Department for billing and statistical/Operational reports.

Able to check reefer plugins, read and calculate charges. Utilize newly implemented Octopi Terminal Operating System (TOS), inhouse training and opportunity for ongoing self-development to be provided.

Assist COM with preparing gang order for vessels, berth planning, staff scheduling and reefer cargo information.

Leadership Responsibilities: • Attract, develop, grow and retain the best talents and fill the leadership pipeline.

• Organize, balance and schedule workloads within the department.

• Prioritize, delegate, and set performance objectives.

• Follow-up on performance, provide quality feedback, and objectively appraise differentiated performance levels.

• Empower and inspire staff to achieve high levels of motivation and employee engagement.

• Ensure zero harm, improve safe working processes.

• Provide timely reports for all accidents, incidents and disciplinary incidents.

• Understand Customer requirements and drive the department to achieve these on a consistent basis.

• Track and manage variable expenditure to avoid all cost waste and reduce costs to the bare minimum.

• Continuously lean, streamline, and improve processes.

• Leverage relevant technology to automate processes.

• Maintain high levels of data quality for data and information and reports provided to other functions.

Duties & Responsibilities: • Remain vigilant and immediately take action in the event any personnel, customers or visitors to the terminal are not wearing PPE and/or any unsafe acts are witnessed.

• Assist with supervising of the movement of inbound and outbound of all containers and break bulk/bulk cargoes.

• Assist with supervising of personnel working in the port compound, container yard and pier.

• Assist with the input, processing and verification of correct and complete upload of vessel and cargo information into the TOS in preparation of vessel arrival. Reconcile planned and executed work prior vessel departure. Provide relief at Gate-In and Gate-Out processes as required.

• Develop and implement a systematic yard plan to accommodate performa cargo flows into and out of the yard; modify as required to meet actual vessel cargo fluctuations.

• Plan, sequence, execute and monitor cargo discharge and load, into and out of the yard in an optimized manner.

• Generate and execute work queues for yard stacker operators; discharge and load; monitor execution.

• Assist with the preparation of gang order for vessels.

• Assist with the preparation and daily maintenance of the staff roster; aligning anticipated operations manning requirements with projected vessel movements, distributing regularly (daily if required).

• Assist with the preparation and daily maintenance and distribution of the Berth Plan.

• Provide relief at Gate-In and Gate-Out processes as required.

• Provide relief at Front-Desk release processes as required.

• Check and sign delivery orders for authenticity to load direct delivery containers.

• Assist with the supervising of the loading and unloading of containers and break-bulk vessels in compound/pierhead.

• Provide reports of vessels worked to Accounts Department for billing.

• Provide reports (work logs) of vessels worked for operations statistics.

• Check and prepare reefer cargo information. Check reefer plug-ins, reading and calculate charges.

• Develop and maintain operational data and operational reporting.

Innovation & Productivity Improvements • Learn “Octopi” Terminal Operating System (TOS). Initial basic training is to be provided and an inquisitive mind is required to continually learn, adopt and implement new features released within the TOS software on an ongoing basis.

Strive to realize both the TOS’s and the organization’s full potential.

• Proactively drive efficiency and productivity and provide suggestions and recommendations to the Supervisors for continuous improvements.

• Develop and maintain updated processes and procedures for all tasks so that work is 100% standardized.

• Actively seek opportunities to drive innovation and realize efficiencies in the standardized work.

• Ensure all general work areas in a clean, tidy and hazard free condition.

• Any other duties and functions, of a related nature that may be assigned from time to time by the Cargo Operations Manager.

Requirements: • Demonstratable supervisory and leadership skills required • Proactive in addressing safety issues, hazardous practices and operational emergencies • Ability to challenge standard practice and drive operational improvements • Ability to work independently • Able to work flexible hours • Strong mathematical and analytical skills, critical thinking • Microsoft office proficiency required • Computer literacy including familiarity with data base entry and reporting, TOS utilization. Job qualifications/Require ments: • Experience in Cargo & Container Operations, Production or similar would be an asset.

• Associates Degree or higher • Math & English CXC passes would be an asset.

• Experience supervising a blue-collar team would be an asset.

Skills/Competencies: • Ability to work independently • Ability to work flexible working hours • Math and analytical skills required.

• Supervisory and leadership skills required.

• Pro-activeness required.

• Microsoft office proficiency required.

Compensation Package: Will be commensurate (in accordance with the Company’s Salary Structure).

To apply: Provide updated resume, cover letter (addressed to Human Resource Manager), copy of valid social security card, Valid police record, name and phone number of two (2) previous employers and a copy of COVID vaccination

Applications should be emailed to: jobapplication@portofbelize.com Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, October 28th, 2022

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GOVERNMENT OF BELIZE TREASURY BILLS ISSUE NUMBER 11/2022 Tenders are invited for an issue of Government of Belize Treasury Bills.

The amount of the issue will be $64,391,800.00.

The Bills will be issued in electronic form only evidenced by an electronic book entry in the Central Securities Depository of the Central Bank of Belize in multiples of $200 and will be repayable at par 91 days after issue.

They will be issued on Tuesday, 25 October 2022 and will be redeemed on Tuesday, 24 January 2023.

Each tender must be for $200 or a multiple of $200 and must specify to five decimal places the amount, which is offered for each one hundred dollars face value of the Bills sought.

Members of the public who wish to participate in the auction must submit their bid to the Central Bank of Belize electronically or at the designated drop off box no later than 12:00 noon on Friday, 21, October 2022.

The Auction in the Central Securities Depository System (CSD) will be opened from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Tuesday, 25 October 2022.

Successful bidders should arrange to settle via the Automated Payment & Securities Settlement System of Belize (APSSS).

Bank: Central Bank of Belize Account: GLICORP0402627 The Government of Belize reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all tenders in whole or in part.

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR THE DESIGN AND SUPERVISION OF SIX (6) STORAGE AND PACKING FACILITIES

Institution: Ministry of Economic Development Country: Belize Project: Resilient Rural Belize Programme Loan No.: 2000002301 Deadline for Submission of Proposals: November 9, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.

Background: The Government of Belize (GOB), through a financing agreement with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and Green Climate Fund (GCF), has embarked on a six-year Programme, Resilient Rural Belize (RRB), which aims to minimize the impacts of climatic and economic events on smallholder farmers while supporting sustainable market access for their produce. The programme will help farmers employ climate resilient agricultural practices and technologies; integrate profitable smallholder participation into the development of select vegetables, fruits, and honey value chains; and support smallholder production capacity through investments in public and private climate resilient infrastructure and in the strengthening of smallholder farmer Producers’ Organizations and relevant GOB Departments.

Scope of Service: The main objective of this consultancy is to contract the services of a consultancy firm to provide architectural services for the Design and Supervision of construction work for Storage and Packaging Centers for RRB Beneficiaries in the following villages: 1. Cayo District - Valley of Peace, San Antonio, and Seven Miles 2. Orange Walk - San Carlos 3. Corozal District - Concepcion and Xiabe villages.

Meeting of the House of Representatives on January 17, 2020

CENTRAL BANK OF BELIZE

Notices are placed on Central Bank of Belize Website (www.centralbank.org.bz)

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4 October 2022

STATUTORY NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE of LANDA LISSET CROSS a.k.a. LANDA MARIK, Deceased of Province of Alberta, Canada.

NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Section 36 of the Administration of Estates Act, Chapter 197 of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2020, that all creditors and other persons having any claims and demands upon or against the Estate of LANDA LISSET CROSS a.k.a. LANDA MARIK, Deceased of Calgary, Province of Alberta, Canada, who died on the 20th day of March, 2020 and in whose estate Grant of Administration with the Will Annexed has been granted to BELIZE FUDICIARY SERVICES LIMITED, of No. 35 Barrack Road - Third Floor, Belize City, Belize, shall lodge claims or demands with the said BELIZE FUDICIARY SERVICES LIMITED of No. 35 Barrack Road – Third Floor, Belize City, Belize, on or before the expiration of three months from the first publication hereof AND NOTICE IS ALSO HEREBY GIVEN that at the expiration of the said three months the said BELIZE FUDICIARY SERVICES LIMITED shall proceed to distribute the assets of the said LANDA LISSET CROSS a.k.a. LANDA MARIK, deceased, amongst the beneficiaries entitled thereto, having regard only to claims and demands of which they shall then have had notice.

DATED this 6th day of October, 2022 GLENN D. GODFREY & COMPANY LLP Attorneys-at-Law for BELIZE FUDICIARY SERVICES LIMITED in the Estate of LANDA LISSET CROSS a.k.a. LANDA MARIK

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• A minimum of four (4) years’ experience designing, developing and supervising architectural designs.

• A minimum of at least one project of similar nature and complexity. Experience with any Agricultural and produce/food handling structures and facilities will be an advantage. THIRD NOTICE

Key Staff to Qualifi cations: Pursuant Section 10 (3) of the Belize Mines and Minerals Act, The consultancy fi rm must possess Key staff members: Chapter 226, Substantive Lawstwo of(2) Belize, Revised Edition 2000 • Architect 2003, Victor Miranda on behalf of Twinkling Assets Ltd., has applied o Must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in architecture, Profesto the Honourable Minister of Natural Resources,ofthrough the Architects Insional Architect registered with the Association Professional spector ofofMines, Mining Unit; for a license to extract sand from the Belize (APAB) o Minimum 3 years relevant in architecture. seabed adjacent to Caye Chapel,experience Belize District.

The area to be mined o Profi ciency in the use of Computer Aid Design (CAD) Software for the is bounded between UTM Co-ordinates: preparation of the drawings and the creation of the 3D renderings.

Northing Northing Easting • Engineer Easting o Must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering 1957991 1957021 1) 389556 4) 389222 o Must be registered with the Association of Professional Engineers 2) 389427 1957688 5) 388897 1957127 of Belize (APEB) 1958086 3) o A minimum 389421of three 1957500 6) 389206 (3) years’ experience in engineering design, design review, construction supervision and its related requirements.

The area to be mined comprises approximately ninety-one (91) acres.

The Resilient Rural Belize (RRB) Programme now invites now invites expressions of interest (EOIs) from firms to provide services for the Design & Supervision of construction work for Storage and Packaging Centers.

A Consulting Firm will be selected in accordance with the procurement procedures set out by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and is open to all eligible bidders as defined in the policies.

Consulting Firms interested in receiving the Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) should register their interest by sending an e-mail (with subject: Request for REOI - Design & Supervision of construction work for Storage and Packaging Centers) to the Procurement Officer at nvernon.RRB@med.gov.bz giving full contact details of the Consultant. This will ensure that the Consultants receive updates regarding this RFP. The Proposal must be delivered to the following address on or before April 15, 2021, at 10:00AM (Local time). Consultants also have the option of submitting their Attn: Geraldo Flowers Programme Manager Resilient Rural Belize Programme Ministry of Economic Development National Agriculture Showgrounds Hummingbird Highway Belmopan, Belize

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Belize Climate Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture Project (CRESAP) Loan No.: 9347-BE Project ID No.: P172592 Assignment Title: Deputy Project Coordinator Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): CS 02

Belize Climate Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture Project (CRESAP) Loan No.: 9347-BE Project ID No.: P172592 Assignment Title: Procurement Offi Officer cer Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): CS 06

The Government Government of of Belize Belize has has received received financing financing from from the the World World Bank Bank toward toward the the cost cost of of the the The Climate Resilient Resilient and and Sustainable Sustainable Agriculture Agriculture Project Project and and intends intends to to apply apply part part of of the the proceeds proceeds Climate for consulting consulting services. services. for

The Government Government of of Belize Belize has has received received fifinancing from the the World World Bank Bank toward toward the the cost cost of of the the The nancing from Climate Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds Climate Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting consulting services. services. for

The consulting consulting services services (“the (“the Services”) Services”) is is for for aa suitable suitable qualified qualified fulltime fulltime PROJECT PROJECT STAFFSTAFFThe DEPUTY PROJECT COORDINATOR as part of the Project Implementation Unit of the DEPUTY PROJECT COORDINATOR as part of the Project Implementation Unit of the CRESAP within within the the Belize Belize Social Social Investment Investment Fund.

Fund. The The Deputy Deputy Project Project Coordinator Coordinator will will CRESAP support the the Project Project Coordinator Coordinator (PC) (PC) in in providing providing leadership leadership and and management management of of the the Project Project support Implementation Unit (PIU) and will support the PC in coordinating the activities to be impleImplementation Unit (PIU) and will support the PC in coordinating the activities to be implemented. The The Deputy Deputy Project Project Coordinator Coordinator will will also also assist assist the the PC PC in in project project planning, planning, budget budget mented. preparation and and management management and and execution, execution, to to achieve achieve the the Project’s Project’s objectives objectives and and targets. targets. preparation

The consulting consulting services services (“the (“the Services”) Services”) is is for for aa suitable suitable qualifi qualified fulltime PROJECT PROJECT STAFFSTAFFThe ed fulltime PROCUREMENT OFFICER OFFICER as as part part of of the the Project Project Implementation Implementation Unit Unit of of the the CRESAP CRESAP PROCUREMENT within the the Belize Belize Social Social Investment Investment Fund.

Fund. The The Procurement Procurement Offi Officer will be be primarily primarily responresponwithin cer will sible for for the the management management of of project project procurement procurement activities activities undertaken undertaken as as part part of of the the CRESAP CRESAP sible implementation, supervise supervise the the international international and and national national bidding bidding process process for for goods, goods, non-connon-conimplementation, sultant services, services, consultant consultant services services and and ifif needed, needed, also also civil civil works; works; prepare prepare and and submit submit bid bid sultant evaluation reports, reports, negotiate negotiate contracts contracts and and make make recommendations recommendations for for awarding awarding contracts, contracts, evaluation conforming to to terms terms and and conditions conditions stipulated stipulated in in the the subsidiary subsidiary agreement agreement and and World World Bank Bank conforming procurement regulation. regulation. procurement

The GOB GOB has has appointed appointed the the Belize Belize Social Social Investment Investment Fund Fund (BSIF) (BSIF) as as the the implementing implementing agency agency The for the the project project and and the the BSIF BSIF is is seeking seeking to to recruit recruit an an individual individual to to fill fill the the position position of of Deputy Deputy for Project Coordinator.

Coordinator.

Project The consultancy consultancy is is expected expected to to be be for for an an initial initial period period of of Twenty-four Twenty-four (24) (24) months months commenccommencThe ing November November 2022.

2022. The The Deputy Deputy Project Project Coordinator Coordinator will will be be supervised supervised by by the the Project Project CoordiCoordiing nator (PC) of the CRESAP. nator (PC) of the CRESAP. The detailed detailed Terms Terms of of Reference Reference (TOR) (TOR) for for the the assignment assignment can can be be obtained obtained by by submitting submitting aa The request in in writing writing via via e-mail e-mail to to nellie.trench@sifbelize.org nellie.trench@sifbelize.org or or at at the the following following link link https://sifbehttps://sifberequest lize.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/CS-02-Terms-of-Reference-TOR-Deputy-Project-Coordilize.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/CS-02-Terms-of-Reference-TOR-Deputy-Project-Coordinator-CRESAP-10-10-2022-final.pdf on on the the website website of of BSIF BSIF at at www.sifbelize.org. www.sifbelize.org. nator-CRESAP-10-10-2022-final.pdf The Belize Belize Social Social Investment Investment Fund Fund now now invites invites eligible eligible individuals individuals (“Consultants”) (“Consultants”) to to indicate indicate The their interest interest in in providing providing the the Services.

Services. Interested Interested Consultants Consultants should should provide provide information information their demonstrating that that they they have have the the required required qualifications qualifications and and relevant relevant experience experience to to perform perform the the demonstrating Services (such as cover letter, Curriculum Vitae etc.).

Services (such as cover letter, Curriculum Vitae etc.).

Minimum Mandatory Mandatory Requirements Requirements *(Required) *(Required) Minimum Qualifications Qualifications Master’s degree degree in in project project management, management, agriculture, agriculture, rural rural development, development, or or any any other other field field •• Master’s related to to the the assignment. assignment. related General Experience Experience General Eight years’ years’ working working experience experience in in public public or or private private sector sector performing performing tasks tasks related related to to manman•• Eight aging of of projects projects (max (max 20 20 points) points) aging *If these these minimum minimum requirements requirements are are not not met, met, the the candidates candidates will will not not be be considered considered for for *If the process* process* the Additional Requirements Requirements (Desirable) (Desirable) Additional Specifi c Experience Specific Experience At least least five five years’ years’ experience experience in in implementation implementation of of projects projects in in the the agriculture agriculture field field (max (max 30 30 •• At points) points) At least least five five years’ years’ experience experience working working in in rural rural development, development, particularly particularly in in rural/local rural/local •• At communities (max (max 20 20 points) points) communities Minimum of of three three (3) (3) years’ years’ experience experience working working with with agriculture agriculture value value chain chain particularly particularly •• Minimum livestock or or horticulture horticulture crops crops (max (max 15 15 points) points) livestock At least least five five years’ years’ experience experience with with project project management management for for activities activities funded funded by by of of IFIs IFIs (e.g. (e.g.

•• At World Bank, Bank, IDB, IDB, CDB, CDB, EU EU etc.) etc.) (max (max 15 15 points) points) World Minimum total total points points required required to to be be considered considered for for the the assignment assignment is is 75 75 points. points.

Minimum The attention attention of of interested interested Consultants Consultants is is drawn drawn to to Section Section III, III, paragraphs, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.14, 3.16, 3.16, and and 3.17 3.17 The of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016 (“Procurement of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting setting forth forth the the World World Bank’s Bank’s policy policy on on conflict conflict of of interest. interest.

Regulations”), A Consultant Consultant will will be be selected selected in in accordance accordance with with the the Selection Selection of of Individual Individual Consultant Consultant method method A set out out in in the the Procurement Procurement Regulations.

Regulations. set Further information information can can be be obtained obtained at at the the address address below below during during office office hours, hours, i.e. i.e. 0800 0800 to to 1600 1600 Further hours Belize Time. hours Belize Time.

Expressions of of interest interest must must be be delivered delivered in in aa written written form form to to the the address address below below (in (in person, person, or or Expressions by mail, or by e-mail) by October 28, 2022 at 16:00 hours Belize Time. by mail, or by e-mail) by October 28, 2022 at 16:00 hours Belize Time.

Belize Social Social Investment Investment Fund Fund Belize Attn: Nellie Nellie Trench, Trench, Finance Finance Coordinator Coordinator Attn: P.O. Box Box 459, 459, 1902 1902 Constitution Constitution Drive Drive (3 (3rdrd Floor), Floor), Belmopan, Belmopan, P.O. Belize Belize Telephone +501-822-0239 +501-822-0239 Telephone Email: nellie.trench@sifbelize.org nellie.trench@sifbelize.org Email:

The GOB GOB has has appointed appointed the the Belize Belize Social Social Investment Investment Fund Fund (BSIF) (BSIF) as as the the implementing implementing agency agency The for the the project project and and the the BSIF BSIF is is seeking seeking to to recruit recruit an an individual individual to to fifill the position position of of ProcureProcurefor ll the ment Offi Officer. ment cer.

The consultancy consultancy is is expected expected to to be be for for an an initial initial period period of of Twenty-four Twenty-four (24) (24) months months commenccommencThe ing November November 2022.

2022. The The Procurement Procurement Offi Officer will be be supervised supervised by by the the Project Project Coordinator Coordinator ing cer will (PC) of of the the CRESAP. CRESAP. (PC) The detailed detailed Terms Terms of of Reference Reference (TOR) (TOR) for for the the assignment assignment can can be be obtained obtained by by submitting submitting aa The request in in writing writing via via e-mail e-mail to to nellie.trench@sifbelize.org nellie.trench@sifbelize.org or or at at the the following following link link https://sifhttps://sifrequest belize.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/CS-06-Term-of-Reference-TOR-Procurement-Officerbelize.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/CS-06-Term-of-Reference-TOR-Procurement-OfficerCRESAP-101022-final.pdf on the the website website of of BSIF BSIF at at www.sifbelize.org. www.sifbelize.org.

CRESAP-101022-fi nal.pdf on The Belize Belize Social Social Investment Investment Fund Fund now now invites invites eligible eligible individuals individuals (“Consultants”) (“Consultants”) to to indicate indicate The their interest interest in in providing providing the the Services.

Services. Interested Interested Consultants Consultants should should provide provide their information demonstrating demonstrating that that they they have have the the required required qualifi qualifications and relevant relevant experience experience to to information cations and perform the the Services Services (such (such as as cover cover letter, letter, Curriculum Curriculum Vitae Vitae etc.). etc.). perform Minimum Mandatory Mandatory Requirements Requirements *(Required) *(Required) Minimum Qualifications Qualifi cations Bachelor’s degree degree in in Law, Law, Procurement, Procurement, Business Business Administration, Administration, Public Public Administration, Administration, •• Bachelor’s Finance, or or any any other other fifield related to to this this assignment. assignment.

Finance, eld related General Experience Experience General Five (5) (5) years’ years’ experience experience working working in in public public or or private private sector sector performing performing tasks tasks that that include include •• Five drafting of reports, chairing of meetings, writing meeting minutes, procuring of goods or drafting of reports, chairing of meetings, writing meeting minutes, procuring of goods or services etc. etc. (max (max 20 20 points). points). services *If these these minimum minimum requirements requirements are are not not met, met, the the candidates candidates will will not not be be considered considered for for *If the process* process* the Additional Requirements Requirements (Desirable) (Desirable) Additional Specific Experience Specifi c Experience Three or or more more years years working working experience experience at at procurement procurement offi officer level (max (max 30 30 points) points) •• Three cer level •• Working Working experience experience conducting conducting procurement procurement under under strict strict guidelines guidelines of of IFIs IFIs (e.g. (e.g. World World Bank, IDB, IDB, CDB, CDB, EU EU etc.) etc.) (max (max 20 20 points) points) Bank, Project Management Management or or Procurement Procurement training training completed completed (max (max 15 15 points) points) •• Project •• Experience Experience working working in in aa project project environment environment (max (max 15 15 points) points) Minimum total total points points required required to to be be considered considered for for the the assignment assignment is is 75 75 points. points.

Minimum The attention attention of of interested interested Consultants Consultants is is drawn drawn to to Section Section III, III, paragraphs, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.14, 3.16, 3.16, and and 3.17 3.17 The of the the World World Bank’s Bank’s “Procurement “Procurement Regulations Regulations for for IPF IPF Borrowers” Borrowers” July July 2016 2016 (“Procurement (“Procurement of Regulations”), setting setting forth forth the the World World Bank’s Bank’s policy policy on on confl conflict of interest. interest.

Regulations”), ict of A Consultant Consultant will will be be selected selected in in accordance accordance with with the the Selection Selection of of Individual Individual Consultant Consultant method method A set out out in in the the Procurement Procurement Regulations.

Regulations. set Further information information can can be be obtained obtained at at the the address address below below during during offi office hours, i.e. i.e. 0800 0800 to to 1600 1600 Further ce hours, hours Belize Belize Time.

Time. hours Expressions of of interest interest must must be be delivered delivered in in aa written written form form to to the the address address below below (in (in person, person, or or Expressions by mail, mail, or or by by e-mail) e-mail) by

by October October 28, 28, 2022 2022 at at 16:00 16:00 hours hours Belize Belize Time.

Time. by Belize Social Social Investment Investment Fund Fund Belize Attn: Nellie Nellie Trench, Trench, Finance Finance Coordinator Coordinator Attn: P.O. Box Box 459, 459, 1902 1902 Constitution Constitution Drive Drive (3 (3rdrd Floor), Floor), Belmopan, Belmopan, P.O. Belize Belize Telephone +501-822-0239 +501-822-0239 Telephone Email: nellie.trench@sifbelize.org Email: nellie.trench@sifbelize.org

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Belize Climate Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture Project (CRESAP) Loan No.: 9347-BE Project ID No.: P172592 Assignment Title: Senior Accounts Offi Officer cer Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): CS 05

Belize Climate Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture Project (CRESAP) Loan No.: 9347-BE Project ID No.: P172592 Assignment Title: Project Coordinator Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): CS 01

The Government of Belize has received fi financing nancing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Climate Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.

The Government of Belize has received financing financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Climate Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.

The consulting services (“the Services”) is for a suitable qualifi qualified ed fulltime PROJECT STAFFSENIOR ACCOUNTS OFFICER as part of the Project Implementation Unit of the CRESAP within the Belize Social Investment Fund. The Senior Accounts Offi Officer cer will have the overall responsibility of sundry project accounting and administrative tasks required for the successful implementation of the Climate Resilient and Sustainable Agriculture Project.

The consulting services (“the Services”) is for a suitable qualified qualified fulltime PROJECT STAFFPROJECT COORDINATOR as part of the Project Implementation Unit of the CRESAP within the Belize Social Investment Fund. The Project Coordinator will provide overall leadership and management of the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) and will coordinate the activities to be implemented. The Project Coordinator will have the ultimate responsibility for planning, budget preparation and management and execution to achieve the Project’s objectives and targets.

In addition, the Project Coordinator will report to Ministry of Agriculture Food Security and Enterprise (MAFSE) and the Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF) on overall project implementation and will act on the MAFSE behalf in his/her contacts with public and international institutions and provide overall supervision of service providers contracted by the project. The Project Coordinator will also provide regular project update to the Project Oversight Committee.

The GOB has appointed the Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF) as the implementing agency for the project and the BSIF is seeking to recruit an individual to fi fill ll the position of Senior Accounts Offi Officer. cer.

The consultancy is expected to be for an initial period of Twenty-four (24) months commencing November 2022. The Senior Accounts Offi Officer cer will be supervised by the Finance Unit Coordinator of the Social Investment Fund (SIF).

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be obtained by submitting a request in writing via e-mail to nellie.trench@sifbelize.org or at the following link https:// sifbelize.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/CS-05-Terms-of-Reference-TOR-Senior-AccountsOfficer-CRESAP-101022-final.pdf Offi cer-CRESAP-101022-final.pdf on the website of BSIF at www.sifbelize.org.

The Belize Social Investment Fund now invites eligible individuals (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifi qualifications cations and relevant experience to perform the Services (such as cover letter, Curriculum Vitae etc.).

Minimum Mandatory Requirements *(Required) Qualifications Qualifi cations • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Management, Business Administration, Finance or equivalent qualifi qualification. cation.

General Experience • Three (3) years’ experience working in accounting fi field eld in public or private sector performing tasks that include reconciliation of bank statements, preparation of payroll and conducting general accounting services. (max 20 points) *If these minimum requirements are not met, candidates will not be considered for the process* Additional Requirements (Desirable) Specificc Experience Specifi • Three or more years of experience conducting accounting services for international funding agencies (max 25 points) • At least three years of experience working with automated fi financial nancial information systems preferably Quick-books (max 20 points) • Experience working in a project environment (max 15 points) • Experience conducting accounting processes under strict guidelines • Project Management training completed (max 10 points) • Formal training completed or working knowledge of Fund Accounting and Multi-Currency transactions (max 10 points) Minimum total points required to be considered for the assignment is 75 points.

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on confl conflict ict of interest.

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Selection of Individual Consultant method set out in the Procurement Regulations.

Further information can be obtained at the address below during offi office ce hours, i.e. 0800 to 1600 hours Belize Time.

Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by October 28, 2022 at 16:00 hours Belize Time.

Belize Social Investment Fund Attn: Nellie Trench, Finance Coordinator P.O. Box 459, 1902 Constitution Drive (3rd Floor), Belmopan, Belize Telephone +501-822-0239 Email: nellie.trench@sifbelize.org

The GOB has appointed the Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF) as the implementing agency for the project and the BSIF is seeking to recruit an individual to fill fill the position of Project Coordinator.

The consultancy is expected to be for an initial period of Twenty-four (24) months commencing November 2022. The Project Coordinator will be supervised by the Executive Director of the BSIF and will report to Ministry of Agriculture Food Security and Enterprise (MAFSE) and BSIF on overall project implementation.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be obtained by submitting a request in writing via e-mail to nellie.trench@sifbelize.org or at the following link https://sifbelize.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/CS-01-Terms-of-Reference-TOR-Project-CoordinatorCRESAP-10-10-2022-final.pdf on the website of BSIF at www.sifbelize.org.

CRESAP-10-10-2022-final.pdf The Belize Social Investment Fund now invites eligible individuals (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services (such as cover letter, Curriculum Vitae etc.).

Minimum Mandatory Requirements *(Required) Qualifications Qualifications • Master’s degree in project management, agriculture, rural development, or any other field field related to the assignment.

General Experience • Eight years’ working experience in public or private sector performing tasks related to managing of projects (max 20 points) *If these minimum requirements are not met, the candidates will not be considered for the process* Additional Requirements (Desirable) Specific Experience Specific • At least five five years’ experience in implementation of projects in the agriculture fi field eld (max 30 points) • At least five five years’ experience working in rural development, particularly in rural/local communities (max 20 points) •Minimum of three (3) years’ experience working with agriculture value chain particularly livestock or horticulture crops (max 15 points) •At least five five years’ experience with project management for activities funded by of IFIs (e.g.

World Bank, IDB, CDB, EU etc.) (max 15 points) Minimum total points required to be considered for the assignment is 75 points.

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict conflict of interest.

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Selection of Individual Consultant method set out in the Procurement Regulations.

Further information can be obtained at the address below during office office hours, i.e. 0800 to 1600 hours Belize Time.

Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by October 28, 2022 at 16:00 hours Belize Time.

Belize Social Investment Fund Attn: Nellie Trench, Finance Coordinator P.O. Box 459, 1902 Constitution Drive (3rd Floor), Belmopan, Belize Telephone +501-822-0239 Email: nellie.trench@sifbelize.org

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