AGP Executive Report
Last update: 32 minutes agoCaribbean Court of Justice: In its first referral decision, the CCJ ruled that Belize’s rules requiring CARICOM-linked companies to use a local registered agent and file documents through that agent do not breach the Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas, saying Article 177 targets anti-competitive conduct by businesses, not government regulation. Energy & Climate: Belize Electricity Limited says an MCC-funded Ambergris Caye upgrade is needed as demand outpaces projections, while Mexico power outages and drought risk are raising concerns about Belize’s reliance on imported electricity and hydro generation. Public Finance Scrutiny: The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry is urging stronger safeguards and real-time monitoring in SmartStream to catch questionable payments before they go out, as unions and officials continue to trade allegations around “Mira” linked contracts. Justice: A BDF soldier was convicted on two counts of rape after a closed-door trial, with sentencing set for July 24. Community & Services: NTUCB is launching a national registration drive for domestic workers, and the Attorney General’s Ministry extended the deadline for marriage officers to reapply until July 31.
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