By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): The United Democratic Party marked a historic milestone on Sunday as Tracy Taegar Panton was officially endorsed as the party’s new leader, becoming the first woman to ever hold the top post.
Her unopposed endorsement at the UDP National Convention at Bird’s Isle cements her leadership both in the party and in Parliament, where she already serves as Leader of the Opposition.
Supporters welcomed the announcement with strong applause, praising Panton as a disciplined and forward-thinking figure who has consistently pushed for internal reform. Political analysts say her rise signals a turning point for the UDP and a broader step for gender representation in Belizean politics.
In her remarks, Panton emphasized unity, accountability, and renewed engagement as key priorities as the party prepares for future national contests. Her confirmation marks a defining moment not only for the UDP, but for the country’s political landscape as a whole.
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By Breaking Belize News Staff (HP): The United Democratic Party marked a historic milestone on Sunday as Tracy Taegar Panton was officially endorsed as the party’s new leader, becoming the first woman to ever hold the top post. Her unopposed endorsement at the UDP National Convention at Bird’s Isle cements her leadership both in the
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