Belize Times October 24, 2021- Prime Minister Visits Covid Unit

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PM VISITS BLUE BONDS’ IMMENSE BENEFITS COVID UNIT Belizean Innovation, Environmental Model

SUPPORT & CONCERN FROM THE HEART

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The now internationally known Blue Bonds are being touted internationally as the innovative way for countries like Belize to handle their foreign debt. Previously, Seychelles had floated a Blue Bond which they had claimed to be first of its kind with a quantum five million US dollars. Belize’s Blue Bond is a mismatch for the Seychelles bond.

Belize is looking at a 500 million Belize dollars Blue Bond bringing a savings of a similar amount—half a billion saved.

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CABINET BRIEF - KHMH Union Rep in Board -Recognizing Children Vulnerabilities -245,000 vaccines in stock

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Cabinet Shows Support

Cancer Awareness

Statement on Cruise Sector and Ports Development Future Policies: National Cruise Tourism & National Ports Pg. 5

New COVID-19 Testing Sites

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Free For Anyone, Except Travellers Min. of Human Development & Council on Ageing: Media Coverage of Older Persons

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CANCER AWARENESS MONTH: SUPPORT THE FIGHTERS, CELEBRATE THE SURVIVORS

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New COVID-19 Testing Sites Free for Anyone Except Travellers October 19, 2021 - The Ministry of Health & Wellness announces the opening of additional free COVID-19 testing sites.

These testing sites are in addition to those at the Civic Center parking lot in Belmopan and the Civic Center in Belize City.

All sites are open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Anyone can access testing except persons planning to travel.

The Ministry of Health & Wellness continues to encourage persons to get tested and to continue to practice the COVID-19 safety protocols at all times.

“By now most of our families have been touched by Covid-19....either having someone ill, such as a friend or a relative. Unfortunately, some of us have lost family members, life partners, children, relatives, friends...we are all suffering the impact of this global pandemic, now a national scourge. My visit today at the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital is to show support for the work our frontline workers are performing daily without any real rest and to share my love and concern for our people who are fighting the symptoms and illnesses of the virus.

Our best action is support, caring and the commitment of a nation to do all we can to protect the lives and livelihood of our people.” – Prime Minister John Briceño #planBelize #KHMHAbelize #getvaccinatedbze

Location Punta Gorda

Red Cross Building

Dangriga

BTL Park

San Ignacio

Falcon Field

Santa Elena

Sports Council

Benque Viejo

Marshalleck Cancha

Orange Walk

Central Park, Louisiana Government School, Banquitas, People’s Stadium

Corozal

Civic Center, Chunox Health Center, San Andres Community Center

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Cabinet Brief Belmopan. 20th October 2021. 6:00 p.m. .

The Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Hon. John Briceño, met in regular session on 19th October 2021.

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Cabinet was updated on the status of vaccinations and the number of vaccines available in Belize. As of 18th October 2021, 203,819 persons or 47.37 percent of the total population had received at least one dose of the vaccine and 165,542 or 37.4 percent had been fully vaccinated. Belize now ranks second among the Caribbean states in the percentage of the population fully vaccinated. Currently, there are more than 245,000 vaccines in stock, Pfizer – 29,508, AstraZeneca – 90,800 and Johnson & Johnson-114,000.

• Cabinet gave its approval of recommendations from the Ministry of Health & Wellness to amend the Public Health Act to change the structure of the ministry to allow for a Director of Public Health and Wellness as well as a Director of Hospital Services. In addition, Cabinet approved the recommendation by the Minister of Health & Wellness to increase the size of Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital (KHMH) Board to allow for a representative of the KHMH Workers Union to join the KHMH Board of Governors.

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Cabinet authorized the steps necessary to complete the cancellation of the $1.1 billion-plus superbonds and to enter into the Blue Bond loan for the payment of the superbonds at a discounted 55 cents on the dollar. This includes the passing of the necessary National Assembly resolutions and the Blue Bond Loan Bill.

Cabinet supported recommendations from the Ministry of Human Development, Families and Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs to introduce legislation for strengthening the juvenile justice system by removing status offences by repealing the Certified Institutions Bill, to support amendments to the Juvenile Offenders Bill and to support amendments to the Families and Children Bill. Taken together, this will be a huge step towards compliance with the Convention of the Rights of the Child by moving Belize beyond a system that criminalizes children for status offences to a state that recognizes the vulnerabilities of children who commit status and criminal offences and affords the opportunity to receive the protection and services they require.

Finally, Cabinet strongly urges the public to wear masks, maintain physical distance, wash hands regularly, and for those not fully vaccinated to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Vaccinations save lives.

Continued from page 1 That saving is in reference to the existing UDP’s so-called Superbond which will be paid off. In essence, this transaction when fully carried out, will save Belize 12 cents of every dollar it owes internationally—a very big deal for the Belizean people. This will immensely benefit the economy and will mean jobs for Belizeans as Belize becomes a magnet for investors.

The next step is legislation as the Cabinet has pushed it forward. In this week’s Cabinet Brief document this was stipulated: “Cabinet authorized the steps necessary to complete the cancellation of the $1.1 billion-plus superbonds and to enter into the Blue Bond loan for the payment of the superbonds at a discounted 55 cents on the dollar. This includes the passing of the necessary National Assembly resolutions and the Blue Bond Loan Bill.”

The bill will further make official this conservation and debt management move that has planBelize written all over it. All Belizeans win with this move. All Belizeans will benefit immensely. The Endowment Fund will benefit our fishers and tourism sector directly as they will see the levels of sustainability of their industry multiply. Forty percent of said fund will go back to the community in management of our marine ecosystems and areas. “The Blue Bonds for Conservation will generate BZD170 million for marine investments and management over the next 20 years, and thereafter yield a Marine Conservation Endowment approximating BZD200 million.”

The United States via Moody’s is already seeing us in a very positive light.

The AA2 rating of the proposed bond is nothing short of historical. This rating

is nothing less than awesome and just what Belize needs to move our economy to levels planBelize promised and beyond.

Après moi, le déluge will not get to materialize—so Barrow will go drown in his sorrows. After all, analysing that former PM’s ill rhetoric, he was talking about the UDP; you know, the party that used to exist. Barrow knew that after him the UDP would drown in the incompetence of his son and the petty one. Barrow meant he is sorry for the next person who tried to lead the UDP.

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EDITORIAL Tangibles and Intangibles

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he great work during the last eleven months has culminated in many achievements. These are easily recounted and range from taking a firm hold on Covid-19, to the just recent initiative with the coveted Blue Bonds that will drastically reduce the debilitating debt our country was subjected to. The work of this government encompasses the tangible works of the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing who have upgraded hundreds of miles of roads and are now on the verge of launching their pilot housing project. There are also many other projects that do not involve infrastructure but the progress made is no less felt by Belizeans. The Prime Minister is leading a goodwill campaign to expand on diplomatic and foreign relations to increase trade and export opportunities for Belizeans here at home. Already he has visited Guatemala and has formed agreements with that country. The invitation of President Lopez Obrador to visit México has already netted huge results as Belizean shrimp exports to that country have been given a green light. These areas of cooperation also include capacity building initiatives in Agriculture. Just this week, there was another massive exportation of cattle to that country.

Minister Coye and CEO Dr. Osmond met with representatives of the World Bank just this week to discuss the tremendous impact of the Belizean Home Grown economic recovery program. This has fostered growth and recovery that surpassed expectations and forecasts. The plans are to make the Belizean economy more resilient through diversification and to make its leading GDP contributor, which is Tourism, more sustainable. Minister Coye also advocated for increase accessibility to credit through the realigning of Belize’s classification as a SIDS so that additional funding and financing can be made available through the International Development Association (IDA). The importance of the Agriculture sector and its role as a stabilizing factor in these uncertain economic times cannot be ignored. Its importance to national food security, as a foreign currency earner and as a source of employment cannot be over emphasized.

It seems then Belize is poised ready to join the digital era, with many ministries and departments announcing plans for digitalization. Among those are Vital Statistics, and the Judiciary and these are the initiatives of the Ministry of the Attorney General. These will eliminate the long lines and time-consuming processes involved with applications and processing of the same.

Finally, and perhaps most poignant, this week was to see the Prime Minister at the KHMH for a second time during his short term in office. Garbed in PPE, Hon. John Briceño toured the facilities and showed genuine concern during these times of crisis. He exhibited that characteristic kindness, not just for patients, but for the front line workers at the KHMH who risk their health and life in the selfless care of others, daily. This visit was again an opportunity for Belizeans to witness the horror of Covid-19, a reminder that everyone must take responsibility for their health. Prime Minister Briceño also helped to humanize the staff at the KHMH, their plight, their very real fears and the pain and emotional distress of losing patients every day.

The government is doing all it can by providing universal access to vaccines. Belizeans must do their part, take personal responsibility for their health and wellness. We must do all we can to fight back against Covid-19.

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en Español EDITORIAL Tangibles e Intangibles

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l gran trabajo realizado durante los últimos once meses ha culminado en muchos logros. Son fáciles de contar y van desde el riguroso control de Covid-19, hasta la reciente iniciativa de los codiciados Bonos Azules que reducirán drásticamente la debilitante deuda a la que estaba sometida nuestro país. La labor de este gobierno abarca las obras tangibles del Ministerio de Desarrollo de Infraestructuras y Vivienda, que ha mejorado cientos de kilómetros de carreteras y ahora está a punto de lanzar su proyecto piloto de viviendas. También hay otros muchos proyectos que no tienen que ver con las infraestructuras, pero los progresos realizados no son menos perceptibles para los beliceños. El Primer Ministro está dirigiendo una campaña de buena voluntad para ampliar las relaciones diplomáticas y exteriores con el fin de aumentar las oportunidades de comercio y exportación para los beliceños aquí en casa. Ya ha visitado Guatemala y estableció acuerdos con ese país. La invitación del presidente López Obrador a visitar México ha dado grandes resultados, ya que se ha dado luz verde a las exportaciones de camarones beliceños a ese país. Estas áreas de cooperación también incluyen iniciativas de desarrollo de capacidades en la agricultura. Esta misma semana se ha producido otra exportación masiva de ganado a ese país.

El ministro Coye y CEO, el Dr. Osmond, se reunieron justo esta semana con representantes del Banco Mundial para hablar del tremendo impacto del programa endógeno de recuperación económica de Belice. Esto ha fomentado un crecimiento y una recuperación que han superado las expectativas y las previsiones. Los planes consisten en hacer que la economía de Belice sea más resistente mediante la diversificación y en hacer que su principal contribuyente al PIB, el turismo, sea más fuerte. El Ministro Coye también abogó por aumentar la accesibilidad al crédito mediante la reordenación de la clasificación de Belice como PEID, de modo que pueda disponerse de fondos y financiación adicionales a través de la Asociación Internacional de Fomento (AIF).

No se puede ignorar la importancia del sector agrícola y su papel como factor estabilizador en estos tiempos de incertidumbre económica. Su importancia para la seguridad alimentaria nacional, como generador de divisas y como fuente de empleo no puede ser exagerada.

Al parecer Belice está preparado para unirse a la era digital, con muchos ministerios y departamentos anunciando planes de digitalización. Entre ellos se encuentran las Estadísticas Vitales y el Poder Judicial que son una iniciativa del Ministerio del Fiscal General. Con ello se eliminarán las largas colas y los largos procesos que conllevan las solicitudes y la tramitación de las mismas. Por último, y quizás lo más conmovedor de esta semana ha sido ver al Primer Ministro en el KHMH por segunda vez durante su corto mandato. Ataviado con el EPP, el Honorable John Briceño recorrió las instalaciones y mostró una genuina preocupación en estos tiempos de crisis. Mostró la amabilidad que le caracteriza, no sólo por los pacientes, sino también por los trabajadores de primera línea del KHMH que arriesgan su salud y su vida en el cuidado de los demás a diario. Esa visita fue una nueva una oportunidad para que los beliceños fueran testigos del horror del Covid-19, un recordatorio del que todos deben responsabilizarse de su salud. El Primer Ministro Briceño también ayudó a humanizar al personal del KHMH, su difícil situación, sus temores muy reales y el dolor y la angustia emocional de perder pacientes cada día. El gobierno está haciendo todo lo que puede al proporcionar acceso universal a las vacunas.

Los beliceños deben hacer su parte, asumir la responsabilidad personal de su salud y bienestar.

Debemos hacer todo lo posible para luchar contra Covid-19.

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Statement on Cruise Sector and Ports Development

Future Policies: National Cruise Tourism & National Ports Tuesday, October 19, 2021 --- The Cabinet, cognizant of the various domestic and international media reports regarding cruise port developments in the Belize District, has considered the current status of the relevant projects and the current position of pertinent approvals. Cabinet also had preliminary discussions on the Administration’s broad policy posture for cruise tourism and ports development and decided: FIRST, regarding the Stake Bank port, that project is in its construction phase, having received the requisite approvals and permits, including an Environmental Compliance Plan, and according to its developers, expects to be operational in 2022.

SECOND, permissions and approvals relating to the proposed causeway from Belize City to Northern Drowned Caye, the development of that island, and the causeway to Stake Bank are the subject of an active governmental review to determine the validity of all processes and approvals. The urgent review commenced today with an initial briefing to Cabinet by the Chief Environmental Officer, Mr. Martin Alegria. Serious questions have arisen from such briefing including purported missing files. Cabinet has instructed Mr. Alegria to promptly produce a written report on the factual circumstances associated with the processes engaged to seek regulatory approvals for these development projects. Cabinet will make available to social partners and the public the report and evidence produced and if there has been non-compliance with relevant regulatory processes and approvals, appropriate action will be taken including, if necessary, the rescission of purported permits or licenses.

For context, Government considers the causeways and the Northern Drowned Caye development to be real estate-related, and therefore, unlike Stake Bank, not foundational to the cruise tourism sector.

Given various on-the-record pronouncements by Ministers of the previous UDP Administration with regard to the causeways, this Cabinet expects that the viability of the Stake Bank cruise facility, for its investors and financiers, is NOT contingent on the construction of causeways to the mainland.

THIRD, the Port of Magical Belize, envisaged for development south of Belize City, has received environmental approval, subject to a strict and detailed Environmental Compliance Plan. The compliance standards for this project are particularly sensitive to eco marine protections and to the health of the coastal environment.

If the standards of this plan are met, and if the operational and financial aspects of the project take shape, actual construction, under a strict monitoring regime, is, according to it developers, expected to commence in 2022.

FOURTH, on the Port of Belize’s proposed cruise terminal, the unfeasibility of the critical dredging component, is now a matter of public record. While the promoters have offered an alternative, and public consultations have taken place on this alternative, a final determination remains pending from the NEAC. Cabinet is of the firm view, a view to be formalized as part of an imminent National Ports Policy, that a priority of this Ad-

ministration is to foster the development of modern, efficient and cost-effective cargo and bulk shipping port operations, a service that is essential to the health of the macro-economy and to private sector competitiveness. This policy priority is entirely independent of and cannot be dictated by the location or viability of any cruise port.

FIFTH, Cabinet will consider, approve and publish in the coming months an updated National Cruise Tourism Policy and the National Ports Policy, both of which will be consistent with this interim Statement on Cruise Sector Development.

SIXTH, Cabinet views cruise tourism as an important sub-sector of the overall tourism product and therefore, within clear sustainability parameters, will continue to support all efforts to maximize employment and the sub-sector; however, Cabinet considers overnight tourism to be more lucrative, more sustainable, more stable and therefore worthy of foremost focus and attention.

And SEVENTH, Cabinet emphasizes that its highest priority, within the framework of the cruise industry, is adherence to Belize’s commitment for ecological conservation and sustainability, both marine and terrestrial. Short-term financial gains, even at the evident peril of the planet, is the underlying cause of the global climate crisis. In Belize’s case, this crisis is resulting in coastal erosion, the depletion of fish stocks, the degradation of our Barrier Reef System, and the impoverishment of coast-

al communities. Sustainable development, including cruise tourism expansion, must not contemplate only this decade’s gains, or even this generation’s, but must be demonstrably sustainable for the long term.

Marine sustainability will be bolstered significantly, and in a manner without precedent, in the coming years as a result of this Administration’s Blue Bonds for Conservation Agreement.

Multiple Marine Conservation Milestones and Undertakings will expand marine biodiversity zones, initiate a comprehensive Marine Spatial Program, revamp coastal zone management and environmental impact assessment processes, transform alliances with conservation social partners, among many other novel initiatives.

The Blue Bonds for Conservation will generate BZD170 million for marine investments and management over the next 20 years, and thereafter yield a Marine Conservation Endowment approximating BZD200 million.

Finally, to undertake timely and efficient follow-up on all aspects of the cruise tourism sector, Cabinet has designated a sub-Committee comprised of the Ministries of Finance, Natural Resources, Tourism, Logistics, Sustainable Development and the Blue Economy.

05 5 LIQUOR LICENSE NOTICES Notice is hereby given that Ru Zhen Liu is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Y-M Store located at # 8078 M.M. Street, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

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

Notice is hereby given that Xiaocong Zhang is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Ming’s Happy Store” located in Lord’s Bank Village, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

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

Notice is hereby given that Wenhao Huang is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “19 Mile Shopping Center” located in Sandhill Village, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that David Mcdougal is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “D & K Shop” located in Georgeville Village, Cayo District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Yahaira Gentle is applying for a Restauarnt Liquor License to be operated at “Black Pearl” located in Georgeville Village, Cayo District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

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TENDER Distribution Vegetation Management BEL invites tenders for Distribution Vegetation Management for the period January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2024 at the following locations: Belmopan Dangriga

Orange Walk San Pedro and Caye Caulker San Ignacio Independence

The bidding documents, which outline all the duties and responsibilities of the contract, and dates for the pre-bid meeting are available on BEL’s website at www.bel.com.bz/Tenders.aspx Bidders are encouraged to attend a virtual pre-bid meeting to be held on Thursday, October 21 2021. Submission of interest to attend the meeting can be sent to bidboxrequest@bel.com.bz no later than 9:00 a.m. on Monday, October 18, 2021.

Tenders must be submitted via email to bidsubmittal@bel.com.bz no later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 29, 2021.

The email subject should include the bid number located on the respective bid form.

For more information or queries, send email to bidboxrequest@bel.com.bz Cost incurred for preparation of the tender document is the sole responsibility of the bidder.

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

CARTOON

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WORLD FOOD DAY Theme: “Our Actions are our Future -

better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life.”

Remarks by Prime Minister

Hon. John Briceño 15th October 2021

I am happy to join you today to celebrate an event that spans the length and breadth of our world. Everywhere, governments along with civil society and individuals are commemorating World Food Day. This year, World Food Day comes at a particularly difficult time. In a sense, this year’s event asks all of us to be extraordinary for it is a reminder to each of us that indeed our actions are our future.

How do we shape the future in a time of such uncertainty and change?

How do we shape the future at a time when this awful COVID-19 pandemic has caused thousands of Belizeans to be unemployed, and many more thousands who were already poor and unable to find the money to buy the proper food items to feed their families?

We do it by first being there for each other.

Just imagine for a moment, the child who this morning woke up hungry having nothing at home to eat. Why? Because his or her mom, or dad, or both of them, lost their job. Think also of those parents, who were once able to provide for their family, and today, have less income or no income. And think of how much basic food items cost all of us. To make matters worse, worldwide the cost of basic food items continue to go up. When we think about these things there is less reason to hope, but we must see the world not as it is today, but as we need it to be tomorrow.

Our task then is to understand that the changes we face because of this pandemic must not last a minute longer than is necessary. Instead, we must allow all our thoughts and actions to be geared towards a better environment and a better life.

Indeed, we cannot continue to ignore the fact that we live in a world where close to 20 percent of our people are undernourished. We cannot ignore the fact that 99 million children, some of them living right here in Belize, are undernourished, and, as such, underweight.

Pandemic or no pandemic this must change.

A day like this gives us the opportunity to first imagine the change and shape the future. World Food Day first serves as an opportunity to say thanks to all Belizeans and Belizean organizations that have helped to feed those who have less. As well though, today serves as a reminder to all of us that we must end world hunger. A recent report from Global Nutrition states that we are well on the way toward achieving targets such as reducing anaemia among children, exclusive breastfeeding, reducing stunted growth in children and reducing malnutrition. All this is in part helping to end hunger in our own nation. Still, there are too many of our children who are not getting a balanced diet and too many of our young population who are living unhealthy lifestyles.

The doctors tell us that many of the people currently dying of COVID in our hospitals are people who were living with hypertension, diabetes and heart disease; some in their 30’s and 40’s. We also hear of some dying because of obesity. This is all the result of unhealthy lifestyles. It is important to understand that lives can be changed just by how we eat and what we eat.

For this reason, our PlanBelize agenda puts such focus and emphasis on agriculture, not just to take food from the farm to the table, but to grow nutritious foods that will result in a healthier population. It ensures that proper nutrition is not only taught in our schools, but practiced as well. At present three ministries are involved in the execution of this plan. In addition to the Ministries of Agriculture, Education and Health, the Speaker of the House of Representatives together with several senators have been involved in the Belize Parliamentary Alliance Against Hunger and Malnutrition. They are involved and committed to end hunger and malnutrition among our school-aged children, and, in so doing, hope to eliminate diseases and problems affecting them. Such lifestyle change would not only affect our children, but would influence adults as well.

My wife Rossana is also a proponent of a healthier lifestyle, and is involved in efforts that promote school gardens. Rossana believes that these school gardens are a great way to spread what she likes to call the “healthy food fever” an initiative that gets school children to participate in growing their own gardens and harvesting their own fruits and vegetables. This is how we turn things around and this is how our government can work with communities to help end hunger in our nation.

As we celebrate World Food Day, let us not allow this long and hard COVID-19 pandemic and its devastating effects to dampen our spirits. Instead, let us see what lies ahead – what lies post COVID -- and let us use the lessons that we have learnt, both the good ones and the painful ones, to determine such actions for our future. These actions will help us to grow, nourish and sustain this nation together.

Also, let us never forget that nature has blessed us with wealth untold, but we must use it well.

I truly believe that with wisdom, fortitude, and with the guidance of our Creator, we can reach that day when no child will go to bed hungry and where everyone can benefit from healthy living.

This is my hope and prayer on this World Food Day. I thank you.

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Min. of Human Development & Council on Ageing: Media Coverage of Older Persons On Thursday October 14, 2021, the nation watched in horror and outrage as Channel 7 News aired the heart-wrenching story of an elderly couple living in deplorable conditions in Belize City. The outpouring of support and assistance for the couple was immediate and many Belizeans were left wondering how this situation could occur. The country was equally surprised on Friday, October 15, 2021, when Channel 7 News recanted their story, did an about-face and tried to distance themselves from what they characterized as a “complicated situation.” They ought to have checked the facts on October 14, 2021, before proceeding.

Our ministry decries the irresponsibility of Channel 7 who have time and time again in their quest for sensationalism ignored journalistic responsibility and ethical standards. We recall with pain and hurt the airing, by Channel 7 News of a youth being brutalized. Special Envoy H.E. Rossana Briceño condemned this action and cautioned the media as a whole. The ministry joins her in repeating this call and therefore cannot remain silent on the unethical treatment of older persons in the broadcasting of these stories.

It is no secret that there are older persons across our country who suffer in silence as they endure abuse, neglect, and abandonment. That the media has taken an interest in shedding light on this hidden epidemic is an opportunity to strengthen support networks, re-evaluate response systems and increase access to support services.

Older persons are a vulnerable population. At times health conditions, dementia and other trauma impair their judgement and ability to consent to having their image and other personal information made public. Long after a news story has aired, these older persons will have to contend with whatever repercussions result from publishing their information, be it negative or positive. In some cases, unscrupulous persons have used the plight of the elderly to collect funds and resources that never benefit the persons in question.

We take this opportunity to remind all media houses, and in particular Channel 7, that they must uphold the highest ethical standards when broadcasting stories that involve any vulnerable population.

This includes: 1. Reporting Truth and Accuracy –

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Journalists must ensure that they have thoroughly researched cases involving persons in vulnerable situations and that the information they are reporting is accurate.

Persons being featured must understand and agree for their information to be made public.

2. Maintain Humanity - Journalists must ensure that the stories they are reporting will do no harm to their subjects.

This includes not compromising their safety, mental and or emotional health. Images that are broadcasted can prove to be hurtful, embarrassing and have long-lasting impact on the older person. This includes airing images of older persons partially dressed, being physically assaulted or injured. While these images may make for sensational news, they rob the older person of dignity and exposes them in their vulnerable and helpless state. We cannot perpetuate the revictimization of any survivor of abuse through the continuous sharing and distribution thereof.

3. Accountability – It is a sign of professionalism and responsible journalism when a media house takes accountability for errors or misjudgment in reporting a story.

The ministry reminds all media houses that they, as do all Belizeans, have a collective responsibility to report any cases of abuse, neglect, or abandonment to the Department of Human Services. It is disheartening to note that although media houses have covered cases of abuse and mistreatment of older persons, the relevant authorities are only made aware of cases during the news broadcast at 6:00 p.m.

In conclusion, the Ministry of Human Development, Families, and Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs and the National Council on Ageing are working tirelessly to address the many social challenges that have emerged during the pandemic, including increased cases of child abuse, domestic violence, and elderly abuse. We respond to each report made, and we are constantly working to improve our services and response. It is our pledge to build stronger networks within communities so that we can fortify our families and improve the lives of all Belizeans.

“The way we treat our children in the dawn of their lives and the way we treat our elderly in the twilight of their lives is a measure of the quality of a nation.” (Hubert H. Humphrey)

PRIME MINISTER AWARDS

Mesopotamia and Collet Residents Recognized

Mesopotamia Collet Mesopotamia and Collet constituents recognized by for their selfless service to the community. These individuals are being recognized for varied types of help they gave to their community during this Covid-19 crisis.

Awards were presented by area committee members.

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NOTICE LARK HILL CORP. #156,790 (“the Company”) Pursuant to Section 102(4) of the International Business Companies Act, Chapter 270 of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011, notice is hereby given that LARK HILL CORP.: d) is in dissolution e) commenced dissolution on the 13th day of October, 2021; and f) Eugenia Ctibor whose address is Calle 13 NRO 7259, City Bell, Buenos Aires Argentina is the Liquidator of the Company CILTrust International Limited Registered Agent

NOTICE MEDIA BUSINESS LTD. #159,519 (“the Company”) Notice is hereby given that the Company named MEDIA BUSINESS LTD. has been dissolved and struck off the International Business Companies Register with effect from the 14th October, 2021.

CILTrust International Limited Registered Agent

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Job Titile: Chief Security and Safety Officer (“CSSO”) Department: Security Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following post in the Security Department. In the Port’s continued effort to promote diversity both males/females,able/ differently abled are encouraged to apply for the available post.

Summary of Responsibilities: Lead the Security and Safety Department to ensure that the Port is able to deliver all of its services to its customers in a safe and secure environment. Inspire and motivate all Supervisors, Security Officers and Contractors to adhere to the safety and security standards. Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with all other heads of department, collaborating within the leadership team to ensure the optimal holistic contribution to the continued success of the company.

Primary Responsibilities: Port Security: • Ensure full compliance with the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS), the Belize Port Authority Act and the National Ports Policy and other such policies as may be enter into force from time to time • In addition to duties and responsibilities referred to in those specific Codes, Acts and Policies, the duties and responsibilities of the CSSO shall include, but are not limited to: o Conduct comprehensive security surveys of the port facility, taking into account the relevant port facility security assessment; o Ensuring the development and continuous review of the Port Facility Security Plan; o Updating the Hurricane Plan on an annual basis; o Undertaking regular security inspections of the port facility to ensure the continuation and effectiveness of appropriate security measures; o Reporting to the relevant authorities and maintaining records of occurrences which threaten the security of the port facility; o Coordinating additional security requirements with the Belize Port Authority, the Police Department and the Belize Defense Force; Safety: • Owning, improving and implementing the PBL Safety Policy and Manual • Conducting regular inspections and safety assessments in all areas of the facility • Organising and conducting regular safety committee meetings, serving as Chair-person • Conducting training for all approved visitors (vendors, contractors, Customers, truck drivers, etc) Capacity Building Training: 1. ISPS awareness and implementation 2. Relevant international conventions, codes related to safety and security; 3. Relevant legislation and regulations; 4. Emergency preparedness and response and contingency planning; 5. Annual firearms training; You will be knowledgeable of the following: • Belize Port Authority ISPS guidelines • Private security and investigation services (control) Act Chapter 138:01, revised edition 2003 showing the subsidiary laws as a 31st October 2003 • Belize Port Authority Act Chapter 233, revised edition 2003 showing the substantive law as at 31st May, 2003 • Labour Act Chapter 297, revised edition 2011.

• All relevant ILO and IMO security and safety protocols and guidelines • Be able to prepare a Port Facility Security Plan • Be able to prepare a port facility security assessment Job Qualifications/ Requirements: • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree plus 3-5 years’ experience in a senior position in the security field. or • 7-10 years’ experience of progressive senior security experience Skills/Competencies: • Emotional intelligence • Innovative and creative • Complex problem-solving • Critical and analytical thinking • High cognitive ability • Technology cognizance • Resilience, stress tolerance, flexibility and adaptability • High integrity • Public Safety & Security Knowledge • Law & Government knowledge 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 report, name and phone number of two(2) previous employers, and prove of qualifications/certifications.

Email to: jobapplications@portofbelize.com Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, November 05, 2021.

Full Job Description can be viewed on the following: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Port-of-Belize-Ltd-100969755683453 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/7180975/admin/

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It is hereby notified for general information that the principals of Aruna Resort Limited, have submitted an application for an Approved Enterprise Order under the Fiscal Incentives Act, Chapter 54 of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 1980-19902000-2003-2005-2011, and the Minister of Investment proposes to make the Order hereinafter set out. Any person who objects to the making of such an Order is hereby invited to give notice in writing of his/her objections and of the grounds on which he/ she relies in support thereof to the Executive Director, Belize Trade and Investment Development Service, on or October 29, 2021.

BELIZE:

FISCAL INCENTIVES

Pursuant to Section 102(4) of the International Business Companies Act, Chapter 270 of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011, notice is hereby given that VICLUC Group Inc.:

1. This Order may be cited as the APPROVED ENTERPRISE (ARUNA RESORT LIMITED) ORDER 2021.

2. It is hereby declared that the principals of Aruna Resort Limited, located West San Pedro Town, Ambergris Caye, Belize shall develop a luxury resort on the lagoon side featuring fourteen (14) villas, three (3) restaurants, golf cart rental and supporting amenities. Aruna Resort Limited (hereinafter called ‘the Company’) shall be an approved enterprise under the Fiscal Incentives Act. 3. In addition to the conditions imposed by the Act, the Company shall: (a) not practice whatsoever any discrimination on grounds of ethnic, religious or political identity; (b) observe all safety, social security, health and labour regulations; (c) pay fair wages to the workers and observe fair labour practices; (d) consult with the Belize Labour Exchange before employment of workers of other nationalities; employ only such workers of other nationalities as are in possession of valid work permits; (e) make provision for the training of Belizeans in all aspects of the operation and conduct of the Company including management; submit a plan for approval by the Ministry of Labour for such training in all the required skills; (f) satisfy the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Department of the Environment that all necessary measures are taken to control any pollution to the environment that may result from the operation of the company; (g) satisfy the Ministry responsible for Archaeology that all measures are taken to prevent the destruction of any ancient monument or antiquity located within the Company’s area of operation; (h) maintain separate books of accounts and records in respect of the Company; maintain such books of accounts and records in a manner which conforms with generally accepted accounting principles in Belize and appropriate to the business in which the Company operates; (i) conduct the business in a manner acceptable to the Belize Trade and Investment Development Service; (j) continuously employ at least ninety-seven (97) persons by October 4th, 2024; 4. Upon obtaining the written approval of the Executive Director, Belize Trade and Investment Development Service, the Company shall be permitted to import such quantity of such items free of customs duty and revenue replacement duty as shall have been proved unavailable from suitable local products or raw materials, and necessary for the establishment/expansion and operation of the Company, and for the sole use thereof, but limited to: Plant, Machinery and Equipment Office Equipment and Appliances Fixtures and Fittings Building Materials Marine Craft Utility Vehicle

5.

The date of production shall be October 5th, 2021. .

6. The date of commencement and the date of termination of the duty exemption period shall be October 5th, 2021 and October 4th, 2024 respectively.

7. The Company shall enjoy no tax holidays.

8. This Approved Enterprise Order may be revoked if any condition to which it is subject to is broken by the Company.

MADE by the Minister responsible for Investment this

and

a) is in dissolution b) commenced dissolution on the 14th day of October, 2021;

c) DIEGO MANUEL MENDES GOUVEIA whose address is Arenales 470, 11b Avellanedas Buenos Aires, Argentina is the Liquidator of the Company

STATUTORY INSTRUMENT No. of 2021

ORDER made by the Minister of Investment in exercise of the powers conferred upon him by Section 4 of the Fiscal Incentives Act, Chapter 54 of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 1980-1990-2000, and all other powers thereunto him enabling.

(Gazetted ... 2021)

• • • • • •

VICLUC Group Inc. #173,377 (“the Company”)

The proposed Order reads as follows:

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NOTICE

NOTICE UNDER SECTION 4(2) OF THE FISCAL INCENTIVES ACT, CHAPTER 54 OF THE LAWS OF BELIZE, REVISED EDITION 1980-19902000-2003-2005-2011

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day of November, 2021.

______________________________ Hon. John Briceno Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Investment

CILTrust International Limited Registered Agent

TENDER Security Services

Belize Electricity Limited Compounds BEL invites tenders for Uniformed Security Services for the period January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022 at the below locations: 1. Corporate Headquarters located at 2½ Miles Philip Goldson Highway, Belize City.

2. Belize City Power Station located on Magazine Road, Belize City.

3. Ladyville Storage Facilities located next to the Phillip Goldson International Airport on Airport Road, Ladyville.

The Terms of Reference, which outline all the duties and responsibilities of the contract, and dates for the pre-bid meeting are available on BEL’s website at www.bel.com.bz/Tender.aspx Bidders are encouraged to attend a virtual pre-bid meeting on Tuesday, November 9, 2021. Submission of interest to attend the meeting can be sent to bidsumittal@bel.com.bz Tenders must be submitted via email to bidsubmittal@bel.com.bz no later than 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 16, 2021.

The email subject should include the bid number located on the respective Terms of Reference.

For more information or queries, send email to bidsubmittal@bel.com.bz Cost incurred for preparation of the tender document is the sole responsibility of the bidder.

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

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WHY BIS 2021 Belize offers a competitive advantage for foreign direct investment attraction assigned to itsstrategic location in relation to important markets with preferential treatments, its wideavailability of skilled and bilingual (English-Spanish) labour force and an attractive FiscalIncentive Programme. Moreover, Belize has a strong and supportive policy framework thatsupports start-ups, micro-small and medium enterprises and multinational companies. Thisframework will be further strengthened through Belize’s National Investment Policy andStrategy.

The Summit offers the opportunity to learn about investment opportunities, to promote theadvantages of investing in Belize and in specific sectors, to connect with investmentstakeholders, to network with them and to push your investments forward.

Reasons to Attend

• Meet face-to-face with investment promotional agencies and government officials tolearn more about resources and incentives available to support business investment inBelize.

• Hold bilateral meetings with investors, local companies and government officials fromacross the country and region especially those that have trade agreements with Belize.

• Acquire insight into major challenges for doing business in Belize and how theGovernment of Belize is addressing those challenges.

• Create strategic partnerships and expand your network through local and globalconnections via a matchmaking session.

• Learn about export programs , how to gain entry into new markets and how to generatenew sales leads and increase your brand awareness.

• Hear from a variety of high-level government and corporate speakers via moderatedpanels on the latest trade and investments opportunities and updates.

• Pitch your business face to face with investors looking for connections within your sector.

• Enjoy a unique business atmosphere

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ORGANIZERS

OFFICE OF THE PM

BELTRAIDE

Email: secretarypm@opm.gov.bz Phone: 822-2345/46

Email: beltraide@belizeinvest.org.bz

Phone: 822-3737 Web: www.beltraide.bz

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL Email: project.coordinator@opm.gov.bz Phone: 828-5264/62 Web: www.edc.gov.bz

INVESTMENT POLICY & COMPLIANCE UNIT Email: Investment.Director@invest.gov.bz Phone: 822-2345

SPONSORS

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POR QUÉ CIB 2021

Belice ofrece una ventaja competitiva para la atracción de inversión extranjera directadebido a su ubicación estratégica en relación con importantes mercados con tratamientospreferenciales, su amplia disponibilidad de mano de obra cualificada y bilingüe (inglés-español) y un atractivo Programa de Incentivos Fiscales. Además, Belice cuenta con un marcopolítico sólido y de apoyo que apoya a las empresas de nueva creación, a las micro,pequeñas y medianas empresas y a las multinacionales.

Este marco se reforzará aún más a través de la Política y Estrategia Nacional de Inversión deBelice. La Cumbre ofrece la oportunidad de conocer las oportunidades de inversión,promover las ventajas de invertir en Belice y en sectores específicos para conectar con laspartes interesadas en la inversión, para trabajar en red con ellos y para impulsar susinversiones hacia adelante

Razones para Asistir • Reúnase cara a cara con agencias de promoción de la inversión y funcionarios delgobierno para conocer más sobre los recursos e incentivos disponibles para apoyar lainversión empresarial en Belice.

• Realizar reuniones bilaterales con inversores, empresas locales y funcionarios delgobierno de todo el país y de la región, especialmente con aquellos que tienenacuerdos comerciales con Belice.

• Obtener información sobre los principales retos para hacer negocios en Belice y cómoel Gobierno de Belice está abordando esos retos.

• Crear asociaciones estratégicas y ampliar su red a través de conexiones locales y através de conexiones locales y globales mediante una sesión de matchmaking.

• Conozca los programas de exportación, cómo entrar en nuevos mercados y cómogenerar nuevas oportunidades de venta y aumentar el conocimiento de su marca.

• Escuche a diversos oradores gubernamentales y empresariales de alto nivel a través depaneles moderados sobre las últimas oportunidades y actualizaciones en materia decomercio e inversiones.

• Presente su negocio cara a cara con inversores que buscan contactos en su sector.

• Disfrutar de un ambiente de negocios único.

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ORGANIZADORES

OFICINA DEL PRIMER MINISTRO Correo electrónico: secretarypm@opm.gov.bz Teléfono: 822-2345/46

BELTRAIDE Correo electrónico: beltraide@belizeinvest.org.bz Teléfono: 822-3737 Web: www.beltraide.bz

CONSEJO DE DESARROLLO ECONÓMICO Correo electrónico: project.coordinator@opm.gov.bz Teléfono: 828-5264/62 Web: www.edc.gov.bz

UNIDAD DE POLÍTICA DE INVERSIÓN Y CUMPLIMIENTO

Correo electrónico: Investment.Director@invest.gov.bz Teléfono: 822-2345

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UWG and BYM with the Special Envoy for the Development of Families and Children ness and advocacy efforts about ending violence against women and girls in Belize.

Other issues affecting our young women are child marriages/ early unions, mental issues, school dropouts, unemployment, and teenage pregnancies. For instance, Be-

lize has the second highest rate of child marriage and early union in the Caribbean. 20% of girls in Belize between the ages of 15-19 are likely to be married or in a union. Moreover, Belize also has the highest rate of early pregnancy in the Caribbean.

Ultimately, these are only a few of the reasons why it is important to advocate for strategies to prevent and eliminate gender-based violence. The Belize Youth Movement continues to promote the leadership of women and young girls. #orangetheworld #endviolenceagainstwomen

NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT OF DISSOLUTION

Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the following companies (“the Companies”) incorporated under the IBC Act of Belize commenced dissolution as follows: A world without Gender Based Violence IS possible, but it demands unparalleled courage and joint action to make this vision a reality.

On Wednesday 13th October 2021, the UNITED WOMEN’S GROUP and the BELIZE YOUTH MOVEMENT met with SPECIAL ENVOY FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF FAMILIES AND CHILDREN to discuss the challenges and extreme difficulties that Belizean women, children and families face in a COVID era. On the agenda were plans for awareness and educational initiatives and activities for the upcoming 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence which kicks off on 25th November - the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. This ends on the 10th December - Human Rights Day. The collaborative meeting was held at the office of the Special Envoy for Families and Children. H.E. Mrs. Rossana Briceño hosted the UWG President Ms. Osiely Mendez along with two Executive Members, Lysandra Berbey (UWG National Treasurer), Britney Galvez (UWG National Asst.

Secretary and BYM District Rep.) and BYM National President, Ms. Marissa Cervantes.

All parties in attendance agreed unequivocally that impactful change must begin with proper education, awareness and a united call to action of every individual, to stand up for the prevention and elimination of all forms of Gender-Based Violence Against Women and Girls.

Madam President Osiely Mendez presented Mrs. Rossana Briceño with a token of appreciation for graciously hosting, the first of many, collaborative initiatives.

UWG: Meaningful Engagement and Empowerment of Belizean Women.

BYM release: The National President of the Belize Youth Movement was humbled to have had the privi-

lege of sitting down with the Special Envoy alongside the United Women’s Group. The Belize Youth Movement is a youth-based organization catered to promote culture, sports, politics, education, and social initiatives.

We had a discussion on the subject of “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence” which is an international campaign to challenge violence against women and girls. We are partnering with other organizations to bring aware-

Name of Company

Date of Commencement of Dissolution

CALANNA BUSINESS LTD.

15th October 2021

Equipment and Mining Africa Ltd.

15th October 2021

Liquidator Name & Address Ms. Sandra Hew Khee of

C239, Block C, the Junction Business Hub, Calebasses, Mauritius Ms. Sandra Hew Khee of C239, Block C, the Junction Business Hub, Calebasses, Mauritius

Any claims against the company should be forwarded to the Liquidator within 30 days from commencement.

Icaza Belize Trust Corporation Limited Registered Agent

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PUBLIC AUCTION SALES: PROPERTIES

Belama Phases 1 & 2, Belize City, Belize District; Alta Mira, Corozal Town, Corozal District; San Jose Palmar, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District.

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees, Licensed Auctioneers Kevin A. Castillo and Christiana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE via belizepropertyauctions.com the below described properties. Sale currently running and will expire on 1st November 2021 at the times thereon listed.

1. Parcel No. 2125 Breadnut Street, Belama Phase 2, Belize City, Belize District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCELS

Caribbean Shores

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2125

(Being a concrete 2 storey dwelling house [2,880 sq. ft.]: Ground Floor – 1 bathroom + + Living/Dining/ Kitchen; First Floor - 5 Bedrooms + 3 Bathrooms + Laundry room/ Utility room + front Porch TOGETHER with lot [348.257 S.M] situate on Breadnut Street, Belize City, Belize District, the freehold property of Mr. Arleigh Gough and Ms. Olga Urbina)

2. Parcel No. 2407/1 Samuel Haynes Crescent, Belama Phase 1, Belize City:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCELS

Caribbean Shores

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2407/1

(Being a two-storey timber/concrete dwelling house [2,576 sq. ft.]: Ground Floor – two apartments each containing 2 bedrooms + 1 bathroom + living/dining/kitchen; First Floor - 3 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms + living/dining/kitchen and lot [380.516 square meters] situate on Samuel Haynes Crescent, Belama Phase 1, Belize City, the leasehold property of Ms. Elizabeth Villanueva.)

3. Parcel No. 4111 Blue Bird Street, Alta Mira, Corozal District:

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Relocation of the Department of Transport Orange Walk Office Belmopan. October 20, 2021.

The Ministry of Public Utilities Energy and Logistics through the Department of Transport in Orange Walk Town hereby notifies the public that the department’s office has been relocated to No. 1 Fonseca Street and corner San Antonio Road at the former Belize Sugar Board Building with effect, October 18, 2021.

The office phone number remains (501) 302-2227.

NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the below companies have been dissolved and struck off the International Business Companies Register with effect from the dates indicated: Name of Company

Date

PORTLAND TRADING INC.

07th October, 2021

TECHNICAL ADMINISTRATION OVERSEAS S.A.

07th October, 2021

Sucre & Sucre (Belize) Ltd Registered Agent REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCELS

Corozal North

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4111

(Being a concrete bungalow dwelling house [864 sq. ft.]: 2 bedrooms + 1 bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen + Laundry shed [100 sq. ft.] TOGETHER with lot [479.78 S.M] situate in Blue Bird Street, Alta Mira, Corozal District, the freehold property of Mr. Raleigh Rivas and Ms. Olga Rivas) 4. Parcel No. 1142 Phillip Goldson Highway, San Jose Palmar, Orange Walk District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCELS

San Jose Palmar

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1142

(Being a concrete bungalow dwelling house [2,527 sq. ft.] containing 3 Bedrooms + 2 Bathrooms + Living/ Dining/Kitchen + Laundry room; Detached Storeroom [20 sq. ft.] TOGETHER with lot [.286 acre] situate beside the Phillip Goldson Highway, San Jose Palmar Village, Orange Walk District, the freehold property of Ms. Marisa Perera and Mr. Carlos Perera) 5. Parcel No. 2708 Phillip Goldson Highway, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District:

NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the below companies have been dissolved and struck off the International Business Companies Register with effect from the dates indicated: Name of Company

Date

NANCY RESOURCES INC.

12th October, 2021

AGROPS DEVELOPMENT LTD.

12th October, 2021

PANTONE POP CORPORATION

16th October, 2021

Icaza Belize Trust Corporation Limited Registered Agent

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCELS

Orange Walk Town

4

2708

(Being a concrete bungalow dwelling house [1,370 sq. ft.]: 2 bedrooms + 1 bathroom + Living/Dining/ Kitchen + Laundry + Porch; Detached Store Room [144 sq. ft.] TOGETHER with lot [634.094 S.M] situate on Phillip Goldson Highway, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District, the freehold property of Mr. Gustavo Gongora and Ms. Rubicela Mai) 6. .336 Acre Kiskadee Street, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

BLOCK

PARCELS

Orange Walk Town

4

4096

(Being a two-storey concrete dwelling house [3,600 sq. ft.]: Ground Floor – 1 bathroom + living/dining/ kitchen + Laundry; First Floor - 4 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms + Living Room TOGETHER with lot [0.336 Acre / 1,626.24 S.Y] situate on Kiskadee Street, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District, the freehold property of Mr. Marlo Perrera and Ms. Dianelli Perrera)

TERMS: STRICTLY CASH KEVIN A. CASTILLO TELEPHONE 223-4488 Website: belizepropertyauctions.com E-mail: kevinacas@yahoo.com Facebook: Belize Auctions

NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT OF DISSOLUTION Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the company VARSIS TRADING CORP. (“the Company”) incorporated under the IBC Act of Belize commenced dissolution on the 12th day of October, 2021; and Mr. Jose Francisco Rojas Zamora domiciled at Samborondon, Guayas, Ecuador 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

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THINK ABOUT IT PEYREFITTE MADE A FOOL OF HIMSELF - UDP MUST DO BETTER It is a sad reflection on the UDP but it is just the type of politicians that they are. In a democracy, for a party which has been in office for almost 13 years, to be kicked out by the electorate from a majority to a mere 5 seats is quite a statement.

The electorate must have been really pissed by the bullshit coming from men and woman who had totally, completely let down this country in every which way.

They left this country in a mess. In an awfully terrible situation.

Of all the problems bequeathed to Belizeans, three or four mega ones are rampant corruption, endemic violence and gang murders, a ground zero community with poverty reaching over 60 percent.

This week, the handful of weak remaining UDP held a press conference another in its exercise of political masturbation.

They not only criticized the very gang/crime situation which they are specifically responsible for 13 years of doing nothing.

They actually opted for shameful grand standing. They wanted to show-off.

Leading this charge was the UDP’s equivalent of Shakespeare’s character Falstaff (minus the wit). One Peyrefitte.

It sounds stupid but it happened, Peyrefitte called for the resignation of Minister Kareem and his hard working Chief Executive Officer. Don’t laugh, this is a sick joke requiring strong condemnation. The very man who was once in charge of the police and failed to accomplish anything of substance is exposing just how shallow and petty the UDP remains.

People like Faber, Aragon, Saldivar and Peyrefitte need to stop their silly politics and offer this country ideas and solutions to our problems. But on the other hand, if they had no solutions for the past 13 years, where will they suddenly get any ideas from.

And it is a shallow mentality to suggest that there were 74 murders from January to September last year and that there is now 90 for the same period this year.

Last year February, the Covid pandemic came crashing into our country. Among other counter measures were lockdowns, restrictions on movements and curfews.

Everything gone down…including crime.

It is called intellectual dishonesty. Peyrefitte dared not mention what were the murder rates before 2020. 143 victims one year. 130 another, lowest 125. 130 repeatedly. We do not wish to take serious thing and mek wi laugh, but what kind of vaccination did these UDP’s take? This seems to be messing up their thinking.

Peyrefitte is no match for Kareem. He picked on the wrong Minister to try and show off. Kareem used words like hypocrite and should be ashamed to even show….face.

Kareem said after 13 years of being drunk on power, one would expect Peyrefitte to behave as he did. The Minister said Peyrefitte and the UDP were taking taxpayers monies and paying gang members.

The gang then used these monies to buy drugs to traffickers and to buy more guns and so make the situation even worse. What a goddam shame.

Kareem said “they (Peyrefitte and the UDP) were abject failures because they were the ones who were in charge of southside Belize City and had Zero plans for Belize City. They had 500 million dollars from Petro Carib funds. What did they do in terms of elevating and uplifting the lives of southside residents? Absolutely nothing… and so, they should be very ashamed to even show their faces.”

The Minister then went on to intelligently and rationally explain in the Love FM interview some of his proposals for tackling the crime problem.

KAREEM COMES UP BIG The Minister of Home Affairs and New Growth Industries, Kareem Musa was interviewed by Love FM on their Wednesday night news feature. It was quite a scoop.

Minister Musa outlined several impressive initiatives which he and government are embarking on to tackle the social and economic problems which causes crime.

He was graceful and mature enough to give credit to the Minister of Education Francis Fonseca and the Minister of Youth Kevin Bernard and Dolores Balderamos Minister of Social Development for their ideas and input.

Kareem said his Ministry would be tackling crime from multiple angles, and multiple perspectives. Strategies would be for the short term, medium term and long term.

Cabinet had approved a comprehensive and deliberate attempt to be involved and engaged in positive programs on the southside of Belize City. Kareem said this has never been done before even under the UDP administration which had powerful Ministers on the southside and in Belize City.

Kareem said there will be Free Education starting on the southside Belize City. This represents a huge policy decision by the new government.

The school law will be amended to change the age of young students from 16 years of age who must be in school.

Job creation programs will be put in place, so that on graduation from school young people can enter the work place if they are not pursuing further studies. This is another major initiative by the new government.

Government will introduce a new law to establish southside as a Special Development Area.This major initiative Kareem credited to the Prime Minister, who even as Leader of the Opposition had publicly proposed to Barrow and Faber as one of the ways to better the lives and living conditions of the people, but they, like Peyrefitte, had no interest.

There will even be a beautification project for the southside and all of Belize City. Even

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this will be a job creation initiative and make the city get a new look.

What a different between the new PUP government and the stale, corrupt, do nothing UDP. Kareem has shown that with eight and nine months in government, he has been able to come up with many worthwhile programs which will help tackle crime while solving several of the causes of crime.

BELIZE HELPS CUBA Eamon Courtney made an important decision recently. His Ministry of Foreign Affairs offered assistance to the government of the people of Cuba which has been suffering from decades of an economic embargo by the government of the U.S.A. With the arrival of the Covid pandemic Cubans are feeling even more pressure as tourism has dried up.

The tangible support from Belize is a matter of principle and is commendable given the economic situation of Belize.

THE BROTHERS GRINAGE Respect is due to a family from Belize and is a great example that good family upbringing is important. Three sons of the Grinage family are contributing positively to a better Belize.

Joel Grinage is a police sergeant. So is his brother Harold who is scheduled to be promoted to Inspector.

Egbert, one of the brilliant top cops in the country is an Assistant commissioner of police.

And, the crown of the family is their sister who recently returned from studies abroad as a qualified attorney presently employed as a Magistrate.

They represent one of the many talented families of whom we hear hardly anything about but who do their part to make our country a better place.

GOOD INTERVIEWS A month or two ago Krem TV did an interview with former Commissioner of Police, Crispin Jeffries. The interview revealed a man of extensive knowledge about crime fighting and police work. We were pleasantly surprised.

We need to hear more such interviews from persons who can educate us in a variety of issues.

We look forward to part 2 of Crispin Jeffries’ interview.

WE STILL HAVE LOVE Last week Charisse Halsall did a television story of a husband and wife overcome by poverty. The elderly couple lives on George Street in Belize City. It is not clear if they are in Shyne Barrow or his aunt Sista B constituency, but it was a shocking story of how right in front of our eyes poor people need our help…and don’t get help.

The lady is blind. She was bare feet. The husband a former bodybuilder was also bare feet. He put aside his pride and spoken on camera explaining why they were living in such a condition. No stove, no refrigerator, no income. He said it would be nice if he even had a little television. He asked for packed bread. The floor was unkempt and littered with garbage.

He needs a broom and a mop and the will to keep a clean house. The downstairs where they reside is almost flat on the ground. With this Wednesday’s rain they are probably flooded. It was a pitiful sight.

The story touched Belizeans. There was an outpouring of compassion. Donation of food and clothes were swift.

There are many persons living in poverty in Belize City.

They need our help. A lot of persons are struggling just to eat. We need to help the needy.

We need to help those who are struggling to put food in their stomach.

GOD BLESS OUR NURSES & DOCTORS We also need in our prayers to ask for blessings for the nurses, doctors and health care workers who are going above the regular call of duty to help in a mighty way in the fight against coronavirus.

Your fight, your sacrifice is not unnoticed and appreciated you all are our heroes and heroines.

May God protect you and shower you with his blessings.

DENISE CASTILLO-TAKE IT EASY Song bird entertainer Denise Castillo released her latest hit song on Saturday. The music video is creative and it’s about her friends and artist posing as students in the class room with teacher Denise Castillo knocking worthless men.

CHRISTMASTHE COME Two more events and then its Christmas.

We need to pause on 11th November and be thankful that the vast majority of Belizeans kicked the despicable UDP out of government.

We need to make sure the new government stay focussed and do the right thing. It was a rough first year for the Ministers of government. And, we must keep full vigilance against Covid.

And God willing, we will be better off to celebrate his son’s arrival in our midst. Christmas di come.

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again I didn’t understand many things my mother did or thought.

My mother lived in the Lake Independence area for almost 35 years.

She moved in an area she loved so much, during a time when very little development was happening, and she was witness to the new streets, and houses that developed the area, and the rise of her beloved PUP. Even after her first stroke, Mama Edith waited for the nomination day parade to pass her house so she could join the procession leading to the complex building.

Even with her semi-paralyzed body, she pushed herself in and hoorayed for the PUP. In 2020, at the biggest PUP rally to occur in Belize City, my mom put on her blue shirt and pushed herself inside the crowd of supporters in search of Cordel just so she could hug him and congratulate him. And Milin Espat was another one of her ‘consentidos’, assuring him he would win- and that, he did. No one, up to her last day, could change her love for the partyshe was a true blue loyalist!

Even though all three of us have totally different characters, on the

EDITH REQUENA CRUZ (From the Eulogy)

It was 7:30 am, and as a ‘swoosh’ of expensive perfume hit my nostrils, I opened my eyes to see her in front of her dresser wearing an olive green dress. Her hair was short and full, but she was busy puffing it further. “Coochie, levantate! Time for school,” she said. I covered my face with my palms waiting to see what clothes my mother would pick for me! I noticed her beautiful face, her well done make-up, her long beautiful fingers, and her magical signature perfume. At 5 years old, I wanted to be my mommy!

On December 23, 1951, Leandra Requena gave birth to her first daughter- Victoria Edith in Benque Viejo del Carmen, a place where Edith would forever hold close to her heart- up to the very end. She attended Mount Carmel Primary School in Benque where she roamed and ran through the streets of her village home- like literally ran away from the Pallottine sisters after fighting with them. Or, running away from school when she refused to go, or running to the river to steal a swims, or better yet running to other people’s yard to steal their fruits just to sell and make some money- a stickler for business even as a child. Because of these and for her many mischievous adventures, her family called her Lie-kah There are three things I want us to remember about who my mother was: 1. A rebel without a cause 2. A defender of all and many causes 3. A passionate lover When I say that my mother was a passionate lover, I mean it in all sense of the word. She loved love, loved romance, loved men, loved her husband, loved politics, loved her children and family, and loved her God. Mommy was nothing short of a flirt. A gift she knew well and used it always to her advantage. On July 15, this year, her friend Fr. Jeremy Zipple told her that she was the sexiest cancer patient he has ever seen. Wellllllll, yo know…. My mother flung her hair and said yes- she agreed.

In 1986, her flirtations led to an everlasting love affair and her marriage to Gregory Cruz, Sr. which lasted until death did them part. My mom once said that marriage is forever, and nothing and no one should ever separate a woman from her husband. I didnt understand the irony of her beliefs and philosophy, but then

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night before she left us, the three of us gathered in her room, and with the help of Fr Brian, we prayed and blessed her, while he anointed her. Fr Brian asked her if she felt all the love in the room, and I am contented to know that she did. It was what she wanted the most. I know she also felt God’s love in the room. I missed her death; I missed the chance to bid one final farewell, but I know she felt the love Thursday night, and that is an amazing grace. She let go from all her

earthly possessions to be with her creator of love on Friday afternoon at around 12:45 pm in her room among the company of Dr. Thompson and the Hospice Care team. They made her smile for the last time, and for that my family and I will be ever grateful. She left mourning her mother Leandra Requena, her sisters Alicia and Maria, her children: Melissa, Greg, and Edward; her grandchildren- Mary Frances, Kahlil, Kahlim Espat, Ethan, Karson Cruz; Amanda and Miles Cruz.

NOTICE JULPIL Group Inc. #173,378 (“the Company”) Pursuant to Section 102(4) of the International Business Companies Act, Chapter 270 of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011, notice is hereby given that JULPIL Group Inc.: a) is in dissolution b) commenced dissolution on the 14th day of October, 2021; and c) Christian Lionel Mendes Gouveia whose address is Arenales 470, Floor 6 Apt A, Avellaneda, Buenos Aires, Argentina is the Liquidator of the Company CILTrust International Limited Registered Agent

PUBLIC AUCTION SALE

BY ORDER OF THE CHARGEE HOLY REDEEMER CREDIT UNION LIMITED, a Licensed Public Auctioneer will sell on site the following property at the time as listed.

At 697 Aloe Vera Street St. Martin De Porres, Belize City on Wednesday October 27, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. on site.

SCHEDULE ALL THAT piece or parcel of land comprising 454.91 square yards being Parcel 697, Block 45 in the St. Martin De Porres Registration Section situate at No. 697 Aloe Vera Street, Belize City, Belize District TOGETHER with a concrete bungalow apartment building containing four apartment units each with a kitchenette, dining room, bedroom and bathroom the freehold property of Anne Melchora Palacio.

DATED this 14th day of October 2021

All sales are strictly cash and deemed final. For more information contact: HOLY REDEEMER CREDIT UNION LIMITED 1 HYDE’S LANE, BELIZE CITY, BELIZE Phone: (501) 224-5644 Fax: (501) 223-0738 Email: foreclosures@hrcubelize.org

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PUBLIC AUCTION SALES: PROPERTIES

Paraiso, San Andres/Ranchito, Corozal District; Orange Walk Town; Belize City, San Pedro Ambergris Caye, Belize District; Ontario, San Ignacio & Santa Elena, Cayo District; Dangriga, Stann Creek District; San Miguel Village, Big Falls/Golden Stream Area, Punta Gorda Town, Toledo District

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees, Messrs. Ascendancy Belize Limited, Licensed Auctioneers Kevin A. Castillo and Christiana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE via belizepropertyauctions.com the below described properties. Sales currently running and will expire Thursday 28th October 2021 at the times shown on the website.

A: Corozal District: Paraiso Village 1. Parcel No. 131 Paraiso Village, Corozal District:

(Being a two-storey concrete/timber dwelling house [1568 sq. ft.] containing 3 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom on each floor TOGETHER with Lot [340 sq. yds.] situate at Parcel No. 1406 Neal Pen Road, Belize City, the freehold property of Ms. Sharon Burgess)

7. Cayo District: Ontario Village Parcel No. 1323/1 Ontario Village, Cayo District: REGISTRATION SECTION

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131

(Being a concrete bungalow dwelling house [2,416 sq. ft.] containing 4 Bedrooms + 2 Bathrooms + Living/ Dining/Kitchen + Office + Utility Room TOGETHER with Lot [578 sq. yds.] situate in the Village of Paraiso, Corozal District, the freehold property of Mr. Narciso Flores) 2. Corozal District: San Andres/Ranchito Villages Parcel No. 234 Ranchito Village, Corozal District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

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Society Hall

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1323

(Being two buildings - Building ‘A’ two-storey concrete/timber dwelling house [1969 sq. ft.] containing Ground Floor: bedroom + bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen + Storeroom; First Floor: 3 bedrooms [280 sq. ft.]; Building ‘B’ Laundry house [257 sq. ft.] TOGETHER with lot [1,165.67 sq. yds.] situate in Ontario Village, Cayo District, the leasehold property of Mr. Gilbert Rhaburn).

8. Cayo District: Ontario Village Parcel No. 2427/1 Ontario Village, Cayo District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

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234

(Being a two-storey concrete dwelling house [1580 sq. ft. + Porch 450 sq. ft.] containing Ground Floor - 1 Bedroom + 1 Bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen + Large Porch; First Floor – 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom + Large Open Area TOGETHER with Lot [615 sq. yds.] situate in the Village of Ranchito, Corozal District, the freehold property of Mr. Fernando Chan) 3. Orange Walk District: Orange Walk Town Parcel No. 3091 Savannah Street, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District

REGISTRATION SECTION

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Society Hall

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2427/1

(Being two buildings - Building ‘A’ concrete bungalow dwelling house [1083 sq. ft.] containing 3 bedrooms + bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen + porch; Building ‘B’ shop [222 sq. ft.] and lot [555.56 sq. yds.] situate at Ontario Village, Cayo District, the leasehold property of Mr. Humberto Patt).

9. Cayo District: San Ignacio Town Parcel No. 1864 Thornley Street, San Ignacio, Cayo District

REGISTRATION SECTION

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Orange Walk Town

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3091/1

(Being a concrete bungalow dwelling house [727 sq. ft.] containing 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom + Living/ Dining/Kitchen TOGETHER with Lot [555.56 sq. yds.] situate at Parcel No. 3091 Savannah Street, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District, the leasehold property of Mr. Kenis Garcia) 4. Orange Walk District: Orange Walk Town Parcel No. 1236 Stadium Street, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

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San Ignacio North

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1864/1

(Being a concrete/timber split level dwelling house [1,785 sq. ft.] containing Lower Level - 1 Bedroom + 1 Bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen + Utility Room; Upper Level – 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom TOGETHER with Lot [509.02 sq. yds.] situate at Parcel No. 1864 Thornley Street, San Ignacio, Cayo District, the Leasehold property of Mr. Otto Coleman)

10. Cayo District: San Ignacio Town Parcel No. 2503 San Ignacio, Cayo District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

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Orange Walk Town

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1236

(Being an incomplete concrete & block structure [369 sq. ft.] + prefabricated structure [1,600 sq. ft.] TOGETHER with Lot [462 sq. yds.] situate at Parcel No. 1236 Stadium Street, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District, the freehold property of Mr. Richard Vellos) 5. Belize District: San Pedro, Ambergris Caye 2 Acres San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Belize:

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North San Pedro

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5434 & 5435

(Being 2 Acres of vacant Caribbean Sea front land, situate west side of Ambergris Caye 3 miles north of the center of San Pedro Town, District, the freehold properties of Mr. Daniel Guerrero.)

6. Belize District: Belize City Parcel No. 1406 Neal Pen Road, Belize City, Belize District:

REGISTRATION SECTION

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Queen Square

45

1406

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San Ignacio South

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2503

(Being a vacant parcel situate in San Ignacio, Cayo District, the freehold property of Mr. Manuel Leiva.)

11. Cayo District: San Ignacio Town Parcel No. 2934 on a road South of the Cemetery, San Ignacio, Cayo District

REGISTRATION SECTION

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2934

(Being an incomplete building TOGETHER with Lot [591.75 sq. yds.] situate on a road south of the Cemetery in San Ignacio, Cayo District, the freehold property of Mr. Martin Lewis)

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Cooperating with the World and Striving for a Net-Zero Future Together -Taiwan commits to the Net-Zero emissions goal by 2050-

Minister Tzi-chin Chang Environmental Protection Administration Executive Yuan, R.O.C. (Taiwan) September 2021 - As the COVID-19 pandemic ravages the world, carbon dioxide concentrations in the atmosphere keep setting record highs. The Working Group I contribution to the Sixth Assessment Report published by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change in August 2021 strongly confirmed that human activity has furthered the warming of the atmosphere, oceans, and land. The atmosphere, oceans, cryosphere, and biosphere have all undergone broad and rapid changes. The weather in 2021 has also been unstable, as can be seen by the winter storm in the US state of Texas that severely damaged the energy system and the record-setting temperatures of nearly 50 degrees Celsius on the North American west coast. By the same token, Western Europe and China have suffered from heavy rains. In addition, Taiwan experienced its worst drought in more than 50 years, which was followed by abnormally heavy rainfall. One can clearly see how climate change has profoundly affected the whole world.

With extreme weather events challenging the entire globe today, the United Nations calls on all countries to implement the Paris Agreement and take more proactive steps. As a responsible member of the international community, Taiwan strives to integrate with global efforts to mitigate climate change. President Tsai Ing-wen declared on this year’s Earth Day (April 22) that realizing net-zero emissions by 2050 is the goal of the world, including Taiwan. She also unveiled clear greenhouse gas emission targets for Taiwan. At the 33rd meeting of the National Council for Sustainable Development, Premier Su Tseng-chang announced the inclusion of the 2050 net-zero emission target in the amendment bill for the Greenhouse Gas Reduction and Management Act, demonstrating Taiwan’s determination to actively reduce carbon emissions. More and stronger management mechanisms and incentive systems will be introduced with other vital amendments so as to enhance governance efficiency, introduce carbon pricing mechanisms, and adapt strategies for climate change. Such measures aim to encourage private investment in research and development, as well as public participation in the sustainable development of Taiwan.

Taiwan has established long-term reduction targets and is planning a practical path to attain 2050 net-zero emissions. The Executive Yuan has coordinated relevant ministries and agencies, convened a working group on paths to net-zero emissions, and sought professional consultation from

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Academia Sinica and the Industrial Technology Research Institute. Four working groups have been formed to focus on the areas of decarbonized energy, industry and energy efficiency, green transportation and vehicle electrification, and carbon-negative technology so as to carry out interministerial technical assessments. With respect to energy and industrial policies, short-, medium-, and long-term markers for 2030, 2040, and 2050 will be set on the path toward net-zero emissions. In addition, the Environmental Protection Administration (EPA) and other relevant ministries and agencies have launched a public consultation on visions for 2050 to facilitate social dialogue on critical issues such as agricultural and forestry carbon sinks, net-zero buildings, green transportation, low-carbon industries, economic instruments, and just transformation. With diverse participation from all sectors and research and development investment in innovative technology, Taiwan will seek the most suitable climate governance path for its sustainable development.

The COVID-19 pandemic has shown that Taiwan’s industries are an extremely reliable and significant partner in the global supply chain. Countries worldwide have successively proposed new goals on net-zero emissions to bring about a net-zero economy. The Taiwan government aims to formulate a clear and comprehensive carbon reduction path and green growth strategy. Cooperation with private enterprises plays a critical role in these efforts.

The Taiwan Climate Alliance, formed by eight ICT companies, has set the goal of using renewable energy in 100 percent of their manufacturing processes by 2050 and will lead other manufacturers in the supply chain to jointly reach this target. In addition, the Taiwan Alliance for Net Zero Emission, formed by traditional manufacturing, technology, finance, and service industries, seeks to attain net-zero carbon emissions at office sites by 2030 and at production sites by 2050. To support the climate actions of enterprises and other actors in the private sector, the Taiwan government has implemented financial mechanisms such as green financing and green bonds, thus creating a virtuous circle in the investment and industrial pursuit of sustainable development.

Taiwan, situated in a region highly vulnerable to the effects of climate change, has long been actively engaged in policy formulation, the establishment of related legal systems, energy transformation, technological research and development, industrial innovation, social transformation, and environmental sustainability in response to climate change. It hopes to actively construct a sustainable green homeland from the facets of supply, manufacturing, demand, and environmental protection. Furthermore, Taiwan will continue to share its experiences and capabilities with the international community to overcome this crisis.

The spirit of cooperating and working together remains key to accelerating and extending global efforts. Although Taiwan is not a member of the United Nations, it will always seek to be a model citizen for the international community. We will continue to work with all other countries to foster a global net-zero emissions future and a more resilient living environment for coming generations and to realize intergenerational justice.

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PUBLIC AUCTION SALES: PROPERTIES Paraiso, San Andres/Ranchito, Corozal District; Orange Walk Town; Belize City, San Pedro Ambergris Caye, Belize District; Ontario, San Ignacio & Santa Elena, Cayo District; Dangriga, Stann Creek District; San Miguel Village, Big Falls/Golden Stream Area, Punta Gorda Town, Toledo District

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees, Messrs. Ascendancy Belize Limited, Licensed Auctioneers Kevin A. Castillo and Christiana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE via belizepropertyauctions.com the below described properties. Sales currently running and will expire Thursday 28th October 2021 at the times shown on the website.

Continued from page 19 12. Cayo District: Santa Elena Town Parcel No. 1545 Santa Elena Town, Cayo District

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(Being an elevated concrete/timber dwelling house [986 sq. ft.] containing 3 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen + Studio Apartment TOGETHER with Lot [555.56 sq. yds.] situate in Santa Elena Town, Cayo District, the leasehold property of Mr. Alfonso Bennett)

13. Stann Creek District: Dangriga Parcel No. 1294 Canal Street, Dangriga, Stann Creek District

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Dangriga Sough

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1294

(Being two storey concrete dwelling house [3,185 sq. ft.] containing Ground Floor - 3 Bedrooms Apartment; First Floor – 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom Apartment TOGETHER with Lot [512 sq. yds.] situate at Parcel No. 1294 Canal Street, Dangriga, Stann Creek District, the freehold property of Ms. Gretel Mariano)

14. Toledo District: Big Falls/Golden Stream Parcel No. 577 San Miguel Village, Big Falls/Golden Stream Area, Toldeo District

REGISTRATION SECTION

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Big Fall/Golden Stream

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577

(Being a two-storey concrete dwelling house [1743 sq. ft.] containing Ground Floor: 3 Open Areas + Kitchen; First Floor: 3 bedrooms + 1 bathroom + living/dining/kitchen + porch [421 sq. ft.] + covered shed [280 sq. ft.] and lot 2,642.62 S.Y. or 0.546 acres] situate in San Miguel Village in the Big Falls/Golden Stream Area, Toledo District, the freehold property of Mr. Mariano Kus).

15. Toledo District: Punta Gorda Town Parcel No. 990 Punta Gorda Town, Toledo District

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Punta Gorda

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990

(Being a two-storey concrete dwelling house [1802 sq. ft.] containing Ground Floor: 1 bedroom + 1 bathroom + living/dining/kitchen; First Floor: 3 bedrooms + open area + porch and land [7,974 sq. ft.] situate in Punta Gorda Town, Toledo District, the freehold property of Ms. Ana Arzu.)

16. Toledo District: Punta Gorda Town Parcel No. 907 Punta Gorda Town, Toledo District

REGISTRATION SECTION

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Punta Gorda

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907

(Being an incomplete two-storey concrete dwelling house containing Ground Floor: 3 bedrooms + 1 bathroom + living/dining/kitchen; First Floor: incomplete foundation and land situate in Punta Gorda Town, Toledo District, the freehold property of Ms. Phillipa G. Williams.)

TERMS: STRICTLY CASH KEVIN A. CASTILLO TELEPHONE 223-4488 Website: belizepropertyauctions.com E-mail: kevinacas@yahoo.com Facebook: Belize Auctions

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ELECTIONS AND BOUNDARIES DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REVISION NOTICES - 2021

R.P.R.R. 49(1) REPRESENTATION OF THE PEOPLE REGISTRATION RULES (CAP. 9) Form No. 16

REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of COROZAL BAY will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Corozal Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: MERLENE MOODY Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of COROZAL NORTH will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Corozal Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: MERLENE MOODY Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of COROZAL SOUTH EAST will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Corozal Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: MERLENE MOODY Revising Officer

REVISION NOTICE

TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of COROZAL SOUTH WEST will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Corozal Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: MERLENE MOODY Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of ORANGE WALK NORTH will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Administration Building, Orange Walk Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021

Signed: MERLENE MOODY Revising Officer

REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of ORANGE WALK SOUTH will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Administration Building, Orange Walk Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: MERLENE MOODY Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE

TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of ORANGE WALK EAST will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Administration Building, Orange Walk Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: MERLENE MOODY Revising Officer

REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of ORANGE WALK CENTRAL will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Administration Building, Orange Walk Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: MERLENE MOODY Revising Officer

REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of FREETOWN will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court , Magistrate’s Court Building, Belize City.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: SHARON FRASER Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of CARIBBEAN SHORES will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belize City.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: SHARON FRASER Revising Officer Continued on page 22

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REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of PICKSTOCK will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belize City.

Division of COLLET will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belize City.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: SHARON FRASER Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of FORT GEORGE will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belize City.

REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of ALBERT will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belize City.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: SHARON FRASER Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of MESOPOTAMIA will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belize City.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: SHARON FRASER Revising Officer

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021

Signed: SHARON FRASER Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE

TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of QUEEN’S SQUARE will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belize City.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: SHARON FRASER Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of PORT LOYOLA will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belize City.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021

Signed: SHARON FRASER Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral

REVISION NOTICE

TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of LAKE INDEPENDENCE will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belize City.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: SHARON FRASER Revising Officer

Signed: SHARON FRASER Revising Officer

REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of BELIZE RURAL NORTH will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belize City.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021

Signed: SHARON FRASER Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE

TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of BELIZE RURAL CENTRAL will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belize City.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: SHARON FRASER Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of BELIZE RURAL SOUTH will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at MagContinued on page 23

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istrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, San Pedro Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: CHRISTINA PERERA Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of CAYO NORTH will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, San Ignacio Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: EDD USHER Revising Officer

REVISION NOTICE

TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of CAYO SOUTH will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belmopan City.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: EDD USHER Revising Officer

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: ARETHA FORD Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of CAYO NORTH EAST will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, San Ignacio Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021

Signed: ARETHA FORD Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE

TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of CAYO CENTRAL will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, San Ignacio Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: ARETHA FORD Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of CAYO WEST will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, San Igancio Town.

REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of DANGRIGA will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Dangriga Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: MANNON DENNISON Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of STANN CREEK WEST will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Dangriga Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: MANNON DENNISON Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of TOLEDO EAST will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Punta Gorda Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: ALBERT HOARE Revising Officer

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: ARETHA FORD Revising Officer REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of BELMOPAN will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Belmopan City.

REVISION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the list of electors for the Electoral Division of TOLEDO WEST will be revised by me, the undersigned, on the 11th day of November, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. at Magistrate’s Court, Magistrate’s Court Building, Punta Gorda Town.

DATED this 20th day of October, 2021 Signed: ALBERT HOARE Revising Officer

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