Posted: Saturday, September 21, 2024. 11:06 am CST.
By Horace Palacio: As Belize celebrates its 43rd Anniversary of Independence on September 21, 2024, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has commended the nation for its steady progress in advancing its national goals and building a secure, prosperous future. In a message to the Government and people of Belize, CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett praised Belize’s efforts, highlighting the country’s environmental leadership and its commitment to regional and global climate change initiatives.
Dr. Barnett noted that since gaining independence in 1981, Belize has made significant strides in protecting its natural resources. Belize has emerged as a champion of the environment through diligent efforts to safeguard both its marine and forest ecosystems. The Secretary-General also underscored Belize’s strong advocacy for robust global action on climate change, emphasizing the importance of this cause for the region as a whole.
In her message, the Secretary-General recognized Belize’s role within the CARICOM community, particularly its contributions to the Regional Integration movement. She applauded Belize’s leadership in Justice and Governance, for which the Prime Minister holds responsibility in the CARICOM Quasi-Cabinet. Belize’s unique position as a member of both CARICOM and the Central American Integration System (SICA) has bolstered relations between the Caribbean and Central American regions, enhancing cooperation on various issues.
The full message from CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett reads as follows:
Prime Minister,
I take great pleasure in extending warmest congratulations, on behalf of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), to the Government and People of Belize on this Forty-Third Anniversary of Independence.
The theme for this year’s celebration, “A Nation Proud and Free: Belize@43”, speaks to Belize’s rich heritage and strong foundations, as well as the deep-seated resilience of the People of Belize and their determination to shape a prosperous and thriving nation.
In the 43 years since Independence, Belize has steadily advanced its national goals, laying the groundwork for a brighter and more secure future. Belize has emerged as a champion of the environment through efforts to diligently protect both its marine and forest ecosystems, while advocating staunchly for stronger global efforts to combat climate change, a priority for our Region.
The Caribbean Community also recognises the contributions that Belize has made to the Regional Integration movement as a CARICOM Member State, including in Justice and Governance, for which you, Prime Minister, hold responsibility in the CARICOM Quasi-Cabinet.
Further, the membership of Belize in both CARICOM and the Central American Integration System (SICA) has proven key to bolstering relations between the Community and Central America. The Caribbean Community looks forward to continued cooperation between the Government of Belize and CARICOM towards this end.
CARICOM joins the Government and People of Belize in celebration, and extends best wishes for the nation’s continued peace and prosperity.
As Belize continues its journey as an independent nation, CARICOM looks forward to strengthening collaboration with the Belize government and its people in pursuit of regional goals and sustainable development. Happy Independence Day, Belize!
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As Belize celebrates its 43rd Anniversary of Independence on September 21, 2024, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has commended the nation for its steady progress in advancing its national goals and building a secure, prosperous future. In a message to the Government and people of Belize, CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett praised Belize’s efforts, highlighting the country’s environmental leadership and its commitment to regional and global climate change initiatives.
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