By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Cayo North Area Representative Michel Chebat is now in charge of Belize’s security forces.
Following a Cabinet meeting in Belmopan, the former Ministry of Home Affairs has been renamed the Ministry of National Security and placed under Chebat.
In his new role, Chebat will oversee both the Belize Police Department and the Belize Defence Force, bringing the country’s two main security arms under one ministry.
He will also keep his existing responsibilities for Energy and Ports.
The appointment comes at a critical time. Belize is dealing with heightened tensions with Guatemala, including the recent airspace incursion confirmed by radar data, as well as ongoing efforts to tackle crime.
Chebat now holds one of the most demanding portfolios in Government.
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By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): Cayo North Area Representative Michel Chebat is now in charge of Belize’s security forces. Following a Cabinet meeting in Belmopan, the former Ministry of Home Affairs has been renamed the Ministry of National Security and placed under Chebat. In his new role, Chebat will oversee both the Belize Police
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