In a significant diplomatic development, Guyanese President Irfaan Ali is scheduled to undertake an official state visit to Belize from February 1-3, 2026. The Central American nation’s Prime Minister’s Office confirmed the high-level visit, which marks a strengthening of bilateral ties between the two nations.
President Ali, who serves as the Caribbean Community’s (CARICOM) lead head of government for agricultural affairs, will engage in comprehensive bilateral discussions with Belizean Prime Minister John Briceño and Governor-General Dame Froyla T’zalam. The visit includes a notable address by President Ali at the opening ceremony of Belize’s new parliamentary session, underscoring the importance both nations place on this diplomatic engagement.
The cornerstone of the visit will be the signing of multiple cooperation agreements designed to enhance regional collaboration, stimulate investment opportunities, and expand trade relationships. These agreements reflect both countries’ commitment to regional solidarity and economic integration within the Caribbean basin.
Prime Minister Briceño’s office emphasized the historically robust relations between Belize and Guyana, noting their shared dedication to regional development initiatives. The visit gains additional significance against the backdrop of recent economic developments, including a United States company’s decision to establish sugar refineries in both nations, potentially creating new agricultural synergies.
This diplomatic mission represents a strategic effort to strengthen Caribbean partnerships while addressing regional agricultural challenges and opportunities through multilateral cooperation.