A 1% drop in major crimes and a 30% decrease in unlawful sexual intercourse cases were registered in 2025 in Belize, reflecting strengthened law enforcement and public safety efforts

A protected area has been planned to safeguard Red Bank macaws, but community responses have been mixed due to concerns over local benefits and proposed measures like entrance fees and tour operator contributions

A $500.000 fast-track residency program for foreign investors has been approved to attract capital and simplify bureaucracy, while maintaining its retirement visa scheme for older individuals with foreign income

Major gaps in services for children with disabilities have been revealed in a national analysis launched with UNICEF in Belize, highlighting the urgent need for inclusive policies despite progress under the 2024 Disability Act

Dangers and legal consequences of improper wastewater disposal have been reminded to the public; the nationwide notice highlights that untreated wastewater, sewage, greywaters, industrial effluent poses serious risks to public health and the environment