Dean Barrow
Dean Barrow is a Belizean politician who served as the Prime Minister of Belize from 2008 to 2020. He is a member of the United Democratic Party (UDP) and is known for his significant impact on Belizean politics, particularly during a period marked by economic challenges and governance issues. Barrow has been a prominent figure in advocating for reforms in various sectors, including land management, where he previously labeled the Lands Department as a 'hotbed of corruption'. His leadership style and policies have shaped the political landscape in Belize, earning him both supporters and critics.
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Former Prime Minister Dean Barrow wins $185K in damages for 'breach of natural justice' by Commission of Inquiry.
Former Prime Minister Dean Barrow wins $185K in damages for 'breach of natural justice' by Commission of Inquiry
Belize· 2025-11-09
Dean Barrow, another signatory, underscores the importance of peace and security in the Caribbean.
Editorial | Former leaders right | Commentary
Jamaica· 2025-10-27
Dean Barrow is among the former leaders worried about the military presence in the Caribbean.
Llega a Trinidad y Tobago un destructor de EE. UU. para llevar a cabo ejercicios militares - Mundo
Paraguay· 2025-10-26
Dean Barrow is a former prime minister from Belize who signed the statement urging for restraint.
Former Caribbean leaders including 2 former Belizean Prime Ministers urge peace as U.S.-Venezuela tensions rise in regional watersBelize· 2025-10-25Dean Barrow is a former prime minister of Belize who expressed apprehension regarding the US military build-up in the Caribbean.
Former Caribbean leaders concerned about US military action in Caribbean region
Guyana· 2025-10-24
Dean Barrow of Belize is among the former leaders who have expressed apprehension about the increased military security build-up.
Rowley 'embarrassed' by Trinidad's stance on US military actions in the region | NewsJamaica· 2025-10-24
Dean Barrow is a former prime minister of Belize who expressed concern regarding the military build-up in the Caribbean.
Patterson and Golding among former PMs concerned about US military action in Caribbean region | NewsJamaica· 2025-10-24Under Prime Minister Dean Barrow, Belize reacquired majority shares in BEL a few years ago.
Prime Minister, Leader of the Opposition meet ahead of House meetingBelize· 2025-10-16
Dean Barrow was Prime Minister of Belize from 2008 to 2020.
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, Who’s NOT the fairest of them all?Belize· 2025-09-30
Former Prime Minister Dean Barrow criticized the Department as a 'hotbed of corruption'.
“Hotbed of corruption” back under microscope; prospective government unveils ambitious plans to reform Lands DepartmentBelize· 2025-02-27
