AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTourism Under Pressure: The Belize Tourism Industry Association is calling for an immediate moratorium on all mining and dredging in Placencia Lagoon and around Ambergris Caye, warning that mangrove loss and coastal damage threaten the very ecosystems Belize sells to visitors. Public Health Alert: Belize’s Ministry of Health says measles is rising again, with 8 confirmed cases since the start of 2026 and more suspected—urging unvaccinated people, especially near border communities, to stay vigilant and seek care fast if fever and rash appear. Regional Watch: WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo a global emergency, and the U.S. has announced new travel restrictions tied to the situation. Road Safety: A fatal hit-and-run on the T.V. Ramos Highway left a motorcyclist dead and his 13-year-old son with a leg amputated. Belize in the Spotlight: Belize also continues to market itself abroad, including a trade and investment showcase in Washington, D.C. Local Life: Caye Caulker food vendors say they were ordered to vacate long-time spots near the Split, leaving them scrambling.
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