AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTourism & Air Access: WestJet is adding winter direct flights from Winnipeg to Belize City (starting Dec. 14) as well as Punta Cana, signaling continued growth in U.S.-linked travel demand for Belize. World Cup Spotlight: Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the final at MetLife Stadium, a match expected to draw about 1.8 billion viewers worldwide—Belize fans included. Energy & Power Reliability: Public Utilities Minister Michel Chebat says extended drought continues to pressure hydro generation, while government pushes for more local energy to reduce load shedding tied to Mexico’s CFE shortages. Governance & Accountability: Chebat calls for a serious investigation into the “split-payments” controversy, stressing public funds must be publicly accounted for. Transport Oversight: Transport CEO Chester Williams defends procurement and denies nepotism concerns in the transfer process involving Police Corporal Jhawn Gamboa, while also outlining hiring of legal counsel for the ministry. Regional Cooperation: Belize is listed among CARICOM members contributing humanitarian aid to Venezuela after recent earthquakes. Agriculture: Cayo Extension Service, with CRESAP support, delivered pasture establishment and farm management training in El Pilar, including seed distribution for improved livestock productivity.
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