America Belize Belize is the first of 25 countries to benefit from the Latin America and Caribbean Space Agency; the agency's role is to improve satellite communication and address development needs, like detecting deforestation and protecting archaeology sites
America Belize The country is moving to end child marriage by proposing amendments to its Marriage Act to raise the legal age for marriage from 16 to 18, also eliminating provisions allowing minors to marry with parental consent
America Belize Belizean composer Errollyn Wallen has become the first Black woman to be appointed Master of the English King’s Music; she is known for her prolific work, which includes compositions for prestigious events like the Paralympic Games
America Belize Belize and the UN reaffirmed their partnership during the 4th Joint National Steering Committee, highlighting the UN Country Implementation Plan for 2025, which includes 161 projects to advance economic resilience, equality, climate, and justice
America Belize Throughout the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, Belize was represented by a single athlete, Shaun Gill, who proudly served as the country's flag bearer