U.S. Embassy Belize

10/09/2024

Hip! Hip! Hurrah! 🎉

Happy St. George's Caye Day, !

06/09/2024

Pipple, kulcha, food!

🎙️In this episode, Ambassador Kwan talks about how food connects communities and cultures across borders with two culinary visionaries - Spanish-American Chef José Andrés, founder of World Central Kitchen, and Belizean renowned chef and conservationist Chef Sean Kuylen.

Hear how these two chefs are using the power of food to shape a more sustainable and equitable world, from providing disaster relief meals worldwide to preserving and celebrating Belize’s rich culinary heritage.

🎧Available on Spotify, Audible, Apple, and Amazon podcasts.

05/09/2024

The Millennium Challenge Corporation - MCC team met with Leader of the Opposition Hon. Shyne Barrow to talk about how the MCC compact will benefit Belizeans. They highlighted the importance of financial and programmatic transparency.

05/09/2024

Ambassador Kwan and the MCC delegation visited four schools to discuss how the MCC grant will benefit students across the country. They visited Maud Williams High School and Edward P. Yorke High School, along with the Grant Aided Managing Authority of Schools (GAMAS), to learn about the unique challenges facing schools in Belize. They also visited Buttonwood Bay Nazarene Primary School to better understand the root causes that lead to low enrollment into secondary schools.

Improving education is a key component of the 5-year US $125 million grant agreement between MCC and Belize.

05/09/2024

05/09/2024

"This collaborative effort reflects our dedication to fostering the long-term development of Belize and the region. We are excited to see the positive impact this partnership will have on the lives of all Belizeans." - Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken on the landmark MCC-Belize Compact signing

The United States welcomes the signing of a landmark $125 million Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact with the Government of Belize, demonstrating our continued commitment to sustainable economic growth, prosperity, and durable democratic institutions in the Western Hemisphere. Supplement...

05/09/2024

04/09/2024

It’s official! 🤝 The MCC Compact has been signed and Belize will move forward on the objectives outlined in the US $125 million grant – improving education and modernizing the energy sector in Belize. The Compact is a prime example of the strong 🇺🇸-🇧🇿 partnership in action. We look forward to all that we will accomplish together over these coming five years!
Millennium Challenge Corporation - MCC

04/09/2024

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04/09/2024

The 🇺🇸 and 🇧🇿 are proud to partner together to help design Belize’s energy future.

The MCC team met with officials from the Ministry of Public Utilities , Energy, Logistics & E-Governance and the Public Utilities Commission Belize to talk about the U.S. investment into Belize’s energy capabilities. The scope of the project will include technical and supervisory support for utility scale solar power projects, funding to facilitate new solar power purchase agreements, and significant modernization of the electrical grid, including battery energy storage systems, to accommodate variable renewable energy.

04/09/2024

Ambassador Kwan, Millennium Challenge Corporation - MCC CEO Alice Albright, and the MCC team had a great meeting with Minister of Education Francis Fonseca, Chief Executive Officer Dian Maheia, and Chief Education Officer Yolanda Gongora. Of the US $125 million, 80 percent is dedicated to education, underscoring the United States' commitment to promoting equitable access to high-quality education.

Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology

03/09/2024

Ambassador Kwan welcomed CEO of the Millennium Challenge Corporation - MCC Alice Albright to Belize today at the international airport. Over the next two days, MCC will meet with Belize government officials, leaders in education and the business community, students and stakeholders to discuss how MCC’s US $125 million grant will improve education opportunities and set the stage for more affordable energy in Belize.

30/08/2024

The Millennium Challenge Corporation - MCC investment in Belize’s education and energy sectors will be a real game changer for the country! Belizeans across the Jewel will benefit from this generous support from the American people. The U.S. Embassy is proud to be a part of this crucial step in Belize’s development – a partnership that will impact generations.

29/08/2024

The Energy Project, through the Millennium Challenge Corporation - MCC grant, seeks to lower the wholesale cost of electricity and protect consumer interests by establishing a clear regulatory environment using transparent and competitive processes to select new independent power producers.

The 🇺🇸 is committed to helping build resilient communities in Belize – ensuring Belizeans have access to reliable, renewable, and affordable energy.

28/08/2024

Every child deserves a fair chance at a quality education, and the United States is committed to supporting Belize in this effort.

The US $125 million Millennium Challenge Corporation - MCC compact is investing to improve education quality, provide essential resources, and build the capacity of educators in Belize. This groundbreaking grant aims to strengthen secondary education and vocational training (TVET), increase high school enrollment and completion, and enhance job-focused programs.

27/08/2024

The U.S.-Belize partnership is stronger than ever! 🤝

The U.S. Embassy is proud to support the Millennium Challenge Corporation - MCC and the Government of Belize in driving economic growth, reducing poverty, and promoting transparency and accountability—making a real impact on those who need it most. MCC and Belize will officially sign the US $125 million grant in Belize next week!

26/08/2024

Ambassador Michelle Kwan, alongside Belize’s Financial Secretary Joseph Waight and Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology CEO Dian Maheia, appeared on the Love FM Morning Show to discuss the US $125 million Millennium Challenge Corporation - MCC grant to Belize and its impact on Belize’s education and electricity sectors. Ambassador Kwan announced that the grant compact will be signed in Belize next week!

in its efforts to reduce poverty and improve the quality of life for Belizeans!

21/08/2024

Meanwhile in📍Washington DC, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Jana Nelson met with Belizean Minister of Defense Florencio Marin Jr. and the leadership of the Belize Defence Force and Belize Coast Guard to discuss strengthening U.S.-Belize defense and regional partnership 🇺🇸🇧🇿

16/08/2024

Did you miss our Visa Townhall in your community? We got you! U.S. Embassy Belmopan invites you to participate in a Virtual Visa Town Hall featuring U.S. officials.

13/08/2024

13/08/2024

The destination for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games will be Los Angeles! 🇺🇸

11x Olympic medalist Simone Biles held the Olympic flag as it was handed over for LA28 🇺🇸

10/08/2024

Happy Pride Week, !
Ambassador Kwan and our friends in reflect on Pride and what it means to be an ally.

09/08/2024

Do you provide U.S. Visa Application Services?

The U.S. Embassy Belmopan invites US Visa Application Vendors/Service providers to participate in a Visa Vendor Town Hall. The event is geared towards businesses or individuals offering visa application services to the public.

Place: U.S. Embassy Belmopan
Date: Friday August 23, 2024
Time: 10 a.m.

To ensure we can accommodate all participants, please register here for the event by August 16, 2024.

One registration per vendor is allowed and you may include one additional employee (if applicable).

Registered vendors will receive a confirmation email regarding your attendance.


Disclaimer: Registration for this event does not acknowledge visa vendors as employees or agents of the US Embassy.

07/08/2024

The U.S. remains a steadfast partner to the people of Belize! 🇺🇸🤝🇧🇿

Ambassador Kwan attended the handover ceremony of the renovation of the general ward at the Western Regional Hospital, updated and improved with support from the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) Humanitarian Assistance Program. The US $1.1 Million refurbished ward will improve the Government of Belize’s ability to render life-saving care to Belizeans in need.

06/08/2024

📣EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY📣

The U.S. Embassy is seeking an eligible and qualified applicant for the following position:

Position Name: Warehouse Worker
Vacancy number: Belmopan-2024-14
Closing date: August 20, 2024

To view this vacancy, please scan the QR code or visit the ERA site at https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/blz/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms


For instructions on how to apply via the ERA system, please scan the QR code or visit the U.S. Embassy’s website at: https://bz.usembassy.gov/jobs/

The U.S. Mission in Belmopan provides equal employment opportunity and fair and equitable treatment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or s*xual orientation.

Note 1: Resumes will not be considered. Candidates must note all work experience when completing the ERA application. Insufficient or incomplete information will result in an ineligible application.

Note 2: Candidates must submit applicable required documentation by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in an ineligible application.

05/08/2024

📍There’s no place like The Garden City! Thank you to all who stopped by our informational booth on this past Saturday.

01/08/2024

Happy Belize! We celebrate with you the triumph of those who fought for liberty and justice!