The Government of Belize has formally established a dedicated diplomatic position to advance national interests in the energy sector through the appointment of David Morales as Special Envoy for Oil and Gas. The appointment was officially confirmed on December 15, 2025, through an instrument signed by Governor-General Froyla Tzalam, representing the Briceño administration.
Mr. Morales’ commission, which took effect retroactively from October 1st, 2025, grants him a three-year mandate to execute strategic duties on behalf of the Belizean government. The appointment confers full diplomatic privileges, operational rights, and necessary facilities to effectively represent national interests in oil and gas matters.
The newly created position will operate under the administrative purview of the Ministry of Finance, Investment, Economic Transformation, Civil Aviation, and E-Governance, indicating the government’s integrated approach to energy policy within broader economic development frameworks. This structural alignment suggests that oil and gas development is being positioned as a cornerstone of Belize’s economic transformation agenda.
The establishment of this specialized envoy role signals the administration’s commitment to strengthening Belize’s position in international energy markets while potentially addressing domestic energy security concerns. The three-year term provides substantial timeframe for developing and implementing long-term strategies in the strategically vital hydrocarbon sector.