John Briceño
John Briceño is the Prime Minister of Belize, representing the People's United Party. He has been a prominent figure in Belizean politics, focusing on economic development, healthcare reforms, and strengthening national infrastructure. His leadership has been marked by efforts to improve public services and foster international partnerships, particularly with Taiwan and other nations.
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Prime Minister John Briceño joined President Ali for courtesy visits to major agro-industrial locations in Belize.
Guyana, Belize sign MoUs on defence, tourism
Guyana· 2026-02-04
John Briceño is the Prime Minister of Belize who announced a major revenue milestone following the government's takeover of the national lottery.
FRONT PORCH: Bahamas paying dearly for Christie’s greatest betrayal as Prime Minister
Bahamas· 2026-01-28
President Ali will also hold bilateral meetings with its Prime Minister John Briceño.
President to address Belize Parliament during state visitGuyana· 2026-01-16
John Briceño is the Prime Minister of Belize who was involved in discussions with Sheinbaum and Arévalo.
Sheinbaum alista viaje a Washington y primer encuentro con Trump; así han sido sus giras internacionales como Presidenta
Mexico· 2025-12-05
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance John Briceño reviewed the Government’s performance on the national debt in response to Opposition criticism about increasing national debt.
Prime Minister lauds Belize’s debt performance; 'Unapologetic when we borrow for Belize' P.M. fires back
Belize· 2025-11-24Prime Minister and Minister of Finance John Briceño returned to the House with two General Revenue Supplementary Appropriations.
Supplementary appropriations – Government seeks more than $210.4 Million in more moneyBelize· 2025-11-24Prime Minister John Briceño quipped that he almost misses former parliamentarian Moses ‘Shyne’ Barrow.
“Government has lost control,” says Leader of the Opposition, but Government Ministers defend allocationsBelize· 2025-11-24
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance John Briceño introduced a Bill to amend the Financial Services Commission Act.
Financial Services Commission (Amendment) Bill introduced; Prime Minister says Belize is open for ‘responsible innovation and high-quality investment’Belize· 2025-11-24Prime Minister and Minister of Finance John Briceño reiterated the dire straits in which Belize Sugar Industries Limited (BSI) found itself.
Government looks to extend ASR/BSI BELCOGEN tax exemptionsBelize· 2025-11-24Prime Minister John Briceño commended tourism stakeholders for their contributions to Belize’s economic growth and global visibility.
BTB honors industry excellence at the 2025 National Tourism Awards GalaBelize· 2025-11-23
Prime Minister John Briceño has announced adjustments to his Cabinet.
Prime Minister announces Cabinet adjustmentsBelize· 2025-11-18
Prime Minister John Briceno stated that Mai’s decision is due to health issues stemming from a fall.
Prime Minister says Minister Mai’s resignation due to health issuesBelize· 2025-11-18
Prime Minister John Briceño has received the resignation letter from Mai.
Minister of Agriculture Jose Mai resigns from cabinetBelize· 2025-11-18The UDP demands full disclosure from Prime Minister John Briceño regarding the circumstances of Minister Mai’s resignation.
Opposition slams Government over Minister Mai's resignationBelize· 2025-11-18Prime Minister John Briceno is reportedly reshuffling.
Minister Jose Abelardo Mai considers resignationBelize· 2025-11-17John Briceño is the Prime Minister of Belize who addressed the nation about the government's achievements and future plans.
'These achievements…show what’s possible when Government honors its compact with the people'Belize· 2025-11-14
Prime Minister John Briceño issued a video address to the Nation, marking the fifth anniversary of his government and confirming changes in the Cabinet.
P.M. announces new Cabinet Special Committee on Cost of Living, confirms Cabinet appointmentsBelize· 2025-11-12
Prime Minister John Briceño has announced a major Cabinet reshuffle.
Prime Minister Briceño announces major Cabinet reshuffleBelize· 2025-11-11
Belize was represented by Prime Minister John Briceno at the trilateral meeting.
Belize, Mexico, and Guatemala forge stronger ties at high level trilateral meetingBelize· 2025-11-11
John Briceno is the Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Investment, Economic Transformation, Civil Aviation, and E-Governance of Belize.
where are the negotiations at this diplomatic meeting headed?
Colombia· 2025-11-09
John Briceño is attending the IV CELAC-UE Summit.
Las ausencias de la CELAC-UE en Colombia
Honduras· 2025-11-07
He is the Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of Belize.
Fuerzas Militares y Policía afinan dispositivo de seguridad para la Cumbre Celac-UE en Santa MartaColombia· 2025-11-06John Briceno is the Prime Minister of Belize participating in the summit.
Diario Co Latino - Informándote con Credibilidad
El Salvador· 2025-11-06Hon. John Briceño is the Prime Minister of Belize.
Ministers meet with the Green Climate FundBelize· 2025-11-04
Panton called on Prime Minister John Briceño to immediately withdraw the legal action against the Ombudsman.
Opposition Leader condemns Government’s lawsuit against Office of the OmbudsmanBelize· 2025-11-01
Prime Minister John Briceno confirmed that a previously considered independent investigation has been canceled.
Cabinet directs Budna case file to Director of Public Prosecutions for actionBelize· 2025-10-31
Prime Minister John Briceño attended the grand opening of the new North Wing at El Gran Mestizo Resort.
El Gran Mestizo Resort launches new North Wing; 18 new units on historic New RiverBelize· 2025-10-30
The decision, reportedly supported by Prime Minister John Briceño, has drawn attention and questions about transparency.
He lost in '25 General Election, but Lawrence Ellis wins city landscaping contractBelize· 2025-10-29
Prime Minister John Briceño made clear he didn’t want that fight at home regarding the police leadership's inaction.
Special Envoy calls out Police over domestic violence response, P.M. acknowledges concernsBelize· 2025-10-29
Prime Minister John Briceño has addressed concerns regarding the recent decision to award a public contract for the Belcan Bridge Project.
Prime Minister confirms MIDH's role in Belcan Bridge projectBelize· 2025-10-29