Belize–Guyana relations

Belize–Guyana relations

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Belize–Guyana relations refers to the bilateral relations between Belize and Guyana.

The two nations established diplomatic relations in 1981.[1] Both nations are members of the Association of Caribbean States, Caribbean Community, Commonwealth of Nations, Organization of American States and the United Nations.

History

Belize and Guyana are two English speaking nations that were colonized and part of the British Empire. During that time period, a large number of Belizeans lived in the then British Guiana (present day Guyana) while several Guyanese worked in British Honduras (present day Belize).[2] In 1981, Belize obtained its independence and that same year both Belize and Guyana established diplomatic relations.[3]

There have been many high level visits between leaders of both nations, primarily during summits of the Caribbean Community. In 2016, both nations signed a Memorandums of Understanding in Trade, Education and Agriculture.[4]

In July 2022, Belizean Prime Minister Johnny Briceño paid an official visit to Guyana and met with President Irfaan Ali. During the visit, both nations signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Cooperation in order to enhance trade relations and tourism cooperation between both nations.[5][6] In 2023, Belize announced its support to the people of Guyana in its territorial dispute with Venezuela.[7]

In June 2024, Belize opened a high commission in Guyana, its first diplomatic mission in South America.[8]

High-level visits

High-level visits from Belize to Guyana[9][10][4][11]

High-level visits from Guyana to Belize[12][13]

Trade

In 2023, trade between Belize and Guyana totaled US$4 million.[14] Belize's main exports to Guyana include: dried legumes, alcohol and sanitary paper. Guyana's main exports to Belize include: alcohol, video and card games.[14]

Resident diplomatic missions

See also

References

  1. ^ High Commission here underscores importance of Guyana – Belize envoy
  2. ^ Guyana and Belize have a lot in common
  3. ^ Belize looking to enhance traditional trade, forge new partnerships at WTC Georgetown
  4. ^ a b Guyana to tap into Central America markets – signs trade agreement with Belize
  5. ^ MoU with Belize opens up “tremendous doors” – President Ali
  6. ^ Guyana signs agreement to boost trade with Belize
  7. ^ Statement by Belize on the Guyana Venezuela Border Situation
  8. ^ Belize Formally Opens High Commission in Guyana
  9. ^ Prime Minister Said Musa in Guyana
  10. ^ Speech by the Honorable Dean Barrow
  11. ^ Prime Minister Departs the Country
  12. ^ President Granger to attend IV CARICOM-Mexico Summit in Belize
  13. ^ President Ali off to CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting in Belize
  14. ^ a b Trade between Belize and Guyana
  15. ^ High Commission of Belize in Georgetown
  16. ^ Guyana Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Belize
  17. ^ Belize Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Guyana
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