By Zoila Palma: Prime Minister John Briceño says energy security remains an urgent priority for Belize, with his Government determined to expand the country’s energy capacity through support from the Millennium Challenge Compact (MCC) and its partnership with the United States.
In a video message shared on Facebook while attending the 2026 World Bank-IMF Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Thailand, Briceño emphasized the importance of reliable electricity for Belizeans and the need to strengthen the country’s energy capacity.
“Energy security is another urgent priority. Belizeans deserve reliable electricity we are determined to expand our energy capacity supported by the millennium challenge compact and our partnership with the US,” Briceño said.
Energy security was also discussed during Briceño’s October 13 bilateral meeting with Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) President Ilan Goldfajn. Their discussions covered efforts to address high electricity costs, expand renewable energy generation, strengthen transmission infrastructure and advance regional energy integration through SIEPAC.
The meeting also addressed support for Belize Electricity Limited (BEL), the submarine cable upgrade to San Pedro and opportunities for increased IDB technical and financial engagement in Belize’s energy sector.
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